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Tomatillo Soup Recipe
Tomatillo Soup with chicken and jalapeños can be spiced up or tamed down depending on individual taste preferences for customizable tangy green soup experiences. This versatile recipe accommodates different heat tolerances while showcasing tomatillo's unique tangy characteristics and authentic Mexican flavor profiles. The customizable nature ensures universal family appeal.
This tomatillo soup with chicken and jalapeños can be spiced up or tamed down depending on your individual taste. Keep in mind that you can substitute with canned tomatillos, drained, and chopped. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – pounded thin
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound chopped tomatillos
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
4 cups chicken stock
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Optional)
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup sour cream (Optional)
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Heat oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat: add chicken and cook until browned, approximately 2 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the saucepan and set aside.
Add onions and garlic to saucepan and sauté over medium-low heat until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tomatillos and jalapeño peppers. Add broth and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Puree soup in batches in a blender or food processor. Return to pot, and reheat. Add hot pepper sauce and cayenne pepper to taste.
Shred cooked chicken; stir into soup and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add minced cilantro and ladle into bowls; top with sour cream if you like.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 159 | Calories |
| 10g | Fat |
| 7g | Carbs |
| 11g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 159 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium 43mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 11g | 21% |
| Vitamin C 14mg | 15% |
| Calcium 29mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium 367mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
