Dairy Free Chicken Tortilla Soup

Total time1 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time40 min

This smoky, chile-warmed soup builds its flavor from a base of sautéed red bell pepper, scallions, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of chipotle, simmered with diced tomatoes and chicken broth until deeply savory. Chicken breasts poach right in that broth until tender, then get shredded back into the pot along with sweet corn for texture in every spoonful. Crisp, oven-baked tortilla strips go on top for crunch, and a squeeze of lime, fresh cilantro, and creamy avocado slices finish things off with brightness. It's a one-pot dinner that comes together easily and reheats beautifully for lunches all week. This is a comforting, well-balanced bowl that fits neatly into a dairy free routine without sacrificing any of the classic tortilla soup flavor. Serve it with extra lime wedges on the side for anyone who wants an extra citrusy kick.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the soup

2 tbsp garlic-infused oil
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6 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced (white parts discarded)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 ½ tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp chipotle chili powder
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
5 cups chicken broth
1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp black pepper

For the tortilla strips

6 small corn tortillas, cut into ¼-inch strips
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt

For serving

1 medium avocado, sliced (optional)
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
2 limes, cut into wedges (optional)
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
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Instructions

1
Heat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Toss the tortilla strips with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer. Bake for 12–15 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crisp. Set aside.
2
While the tortilla strips bake, heat the garlic-infused oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the diced red bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.

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