Dairy Free and Gluten Free Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
This Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free Chicken Tortilla Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish packed with tender chicken, vibrant spices, and fresh toppings—all without compromising dietary needs.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 196kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 tbsp jalapeno minced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 1/4 tsp kosher sea salt
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- pinch ground black pepper
- 3 (14.5 ounces) cans cannellini beans
- 1 (14.5 oz) can white beans rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cup frozen corn thawed
- 3 cup chicken shredded
- 2 limes juiced
Garnishes
- tortilla strips
- cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a large soup pot or Dutch oven set over medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add jalapeno and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, puree 2 cans of cannellini beans (do not drain the liquid) in a food processor until silky smooth.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, oregano, coriander, paprika, garlic powder, and ground black pepper until fragrant.
- Add pureed beans, remaining can of cannellini beans, white beans, black beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, and frozen corn, and stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes, then add the chicken and lime juice and continue simmering for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and serve with tortilla strips and chopped cilantro.
Notes
-I boiled chicken thighs for this recipe; however, you can use rotisserie chicken too.
To STORE Chicken Tortilla Soup, let it cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. It will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To FREEZE, store it in your freezer for up to 3 months.
To REHEAT, thaw in the refrigerator overnight if frozen, then warm on the stovetop over medium heat until hot. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 6servings | Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 563mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 607IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg
