Description
Salsa Verde Tortilla Soup is a vibrant, comforting dish that brings the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your table. This delightful soup features a tangy salsa verde made from roasted tomatillos, combined with tender shredded chicken and crispy tortilla strips. Each bowl is a warm embrace of rich spices and fresh ingredients, making it perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a cooking time of 20 minutes, you can enjoy this flavorful soup in under half an hour. Plus, it offers the flexibility to be customized for vegetarian diets by swapping chicken for hearty beans. Gather your ingredients and get ready to savor every delicious spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup tomatillos (roasted)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup corn tortillas (cut into strips)
- 1/2 cup cilantro (fresh)
- 2 garlic cloves (roasted)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). On a baking sheet, roast chopped tomatillos and garlic cloves drizzled with olive oil for about 20 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot over medium heat, season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sear them until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot, then add the roasted tomatillos and garlic. Stir occasionally while bringing it to a simmer.
- Shred the cooled chicken thighs and return them to the pot.
- Just before serving, stir in chopped cilantro.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with crispy tortilla strips.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing black or pinto beans into the soup.
- Adjust spice levels by using milder peppers if desired.
- Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg