Description
Smoky, spicy, and full of flavor—this Mexican Chicken Tortilla Noodle Soup is a fiery twist on comfort food. A chipotle-infused broth sets the stage for tender chicken, noodles, avocado, and crispy tortilla strips. Finished with fresh lime and cilantro, every bowl delivers bold flavor and satisfying texture in perfect harmony.
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1½ cups egg noodles or fideo pasta
Juice of 1 lime
Salt & pepper to taste
Toppings: avocado slices, tortilla strips, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft, about 3 minutes.
Stir in chipotle peppers and cook for 1 minute.
Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
Stir in noodles and cook until tender, about 8–10 minutes.
Add shredded chicken and lime juice. Simmer 5 more minutes.
Season to taste. Serve topped with avocado, tortilla strips, cilantro, and lime.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 22g