Description
Experience a vibrant, refreshing twist on traditional tortilla soup. This Mexican-inspired dish swaps heavy red tomato bases for the bright, tangy punch of fire-charred tomatillos, onions, and poblano peppers. The silky green broth provides a perfect velvety canvas for tender shredded chicken and the satisfying crunch of homemade golden-fried corn tortilla strips. It is a soulful, gourmet-feeling meal that comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice for elevating your weeknight dinner rotation with bold, fresh flavors.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves
2 pounds fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1/2 white onion, quartered
3 Poblano peppers
3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
8 corn tortillas, cut into thin bite-sized strips
3/4 cup canola oil for frying
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 avocado, diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
Instructions
Place tomatillos, onion, garlic, and poblano peppers on a baking sheet and broil until charred and softened.
Transfer charred vegetables to a blender and process until smooth.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and pour in the blended vegetable mixture.
Stir in the chicken broth and salt, then simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
While the soup simmers, heat canola oil in a skillet and fry the corn tortilla strips until golden and crispy; drain on paper towels.
Add the shredded chicken to the soup and heat through for another 5 minutes.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with crispy tortilla strips, diced avocado, cilantro, and crumbled Cotija cheese.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable stock and omit the chicken. If you prefer a smoother soup, strain the blended tomatillo mixture before simmering. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping the tortilla strips separate to maintain their crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg