Delicious Chicken Tortilla Soup (Low-Fat)

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0
Delicious Chicken Tortilla Soup (Low-Fat)
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Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
4 ounces green chilies ( I usually buy canned )
5 cups chicken broth ( if you want it thicker , reduce to 4 cups )
2 cups cooked long-grain rice ( I use wild rice )
10 ounces whole or diced tomatoes and green chilies , undrained
5 ounces chicken breasts , cubes ( about 2 large )
1 tablespoon lime juice
low-fat tortilla chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
250
Sugar
2g
Fat
5g
Chicken tortilla soup is a Mexican-inspired dish that is perfect for colder months. This low-fat version of the soup is a healthy and flavorful option that is easy to make. The soup is hearty and satisfying, making it a great meal for lunch or dinner. The addition of lime juice adds a tangy and fresh flavor to the soup, while the tortilla chips provide a satisfying crunch. This is a dish that the whole family can enjoy, and it can be easily customized to your liking by adding your favorite veggies.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, sauté onions for 5 minutes over medium heat.
2.Add green chilies and cook for 2 minutes.
3.Add chicken broth, rice, and canned tomatoes, and bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
5.Add chicken cubes and lime juice, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
6.Serve hot with low-fat tortilla chips.

PROS

This chicken tortilla soup is low in fat and calories, perfect for anyone on a low-fat diet or trying to lose weight.
It is also high in protein and contains whole grains from the rice.

This soup is also a great way to use up leftover chicken and can be easily customized to include your favorite veggies.

CONS

This soup can be quite spicy due to the green chilies and canned tomatoes with green chilies.
If you don’t like spicy food, reduce the amount of chili peppers or omit them completely.

If you are watching your sodium intake, use low-sodium chicken broth or make your own broth from scratch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This chicken tortilla soup is a healthy option as it is low in fat and calories. It contains chicken, which is a good source of lean protein, and rice, which is a whole grain that provides fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Green chilies contain capsaicin, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects, while lime juice is rich in vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that helps boost the immune system.

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