• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

The Movement Menu logo

  • Recipes
  • About
  • Work with Me
  • Client Work
  • Portfolio
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Work with Me
  • Client Work
  • Portfolio
  • Contact
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ร—

    Home ยป Diet ยป Low Carb ยป Whole30 Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Whole30 Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Published: Dec 30, 2015 ยท Modified: Dec 31, 2021 by Monica Stevens Le ยท 3 Comments

    417 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    Jump to Recipe Pin Recipe

    Whole30 chicken tortilla soup? But without the tortilla? Am I serious and is it delicious? Yes, on all counts. This creamy, spicy and tangy delicious soup is packed full of nutrients and flavor. You won’t even miss the tortilla, I promise you that.

    Chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl with a lime slice

    A creamy Whole30 soup for the books!

    Did you see how I included the word “easy” in the title? There is no reason for you not to try this soup. The bonus: Michelle over at The Whole Smiths is the genius behind this soup.

    Earlier this month, I took a trip up to Northern California to spend some time with her and her family. We actually went on a Food Blogger Field Trip later in the week, but that was after this delicious soup recipe was created.

    Michelle and I took a trip to her local Whole Foods to gather the ingredients for this chicken tortilla-less soup. We bounced ideas off each other and agreed that we needed to incorporate some colorful elements to really take this soup to another level.

    That’s why we added the roasted sweet potato, avocado and cilantro to this Whole30 chicken tortilla soup. Can you see that we used a purple sweet potato? It was delicious.

    Not only is this recipe easy, but it’s the perfect way to make use of leftovers. If I could give you some advice, it would be to roast your own chicken.

    Michelle actually gave me some tips on how to execute a perfectly, flawless and crispy whole roasted chicken. Check out her spatchcocked chicken post here. If you have leftovers, use them in this soup!

    More like this:

    Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Soup

    Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup

    Easy Cream of Broccoli Soup

    Korean Beef Soup

    The Best Delicata Squash Soup

    Chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl with lime and cilantro

    Whole30 chicken tortilla soup is a winner!

    You know what they say about building creativity amongst those who inspired you? When I say “they”, I really mean “I”. Michelle and I have been friends for over a year now, but our humble beginnings began on Instagram!

    Hahaha. It was my first time actually meeting her in person and boy, did she not disappoint. You know how sometimes after talking to someone online, over the phone, etc. you become disappointed after meeting them in real life?

    Well, that did not happen in this case. It was like Michelle and I had known each other for years. Our conversations were fluid, we had a blast together and the creativity flow was off-the-CHARTS!

    Seriously, try hanging around the people who inspire you more. The greatest ideas will come of it, just watch.

    Well, enough about my love for Michelle. Back to this fan-flippin’-tastic Whole30 chicken tortilla soup. What I love most about this easy recipe is how you can make it your own.

    If you’re not a huge fan of chicken, you can definitely use beef. Depending on how spicy you like your food, you can experiment with different peppers in the recipe. The possibilities are truly endless. What isn’t so endless?

    The recipe itself. Seriously, it will be gone in one sitting if you aren’t careful. Leftovers are not an option when something is this nutritious and delicious.

    Whole30 Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Whole30 chicken tortilla soup? But without the tortilla? Am I serious and is it delicious? Yes, on all counts. This creamy, spicy and tangy delicious soup is packed full of nutrients and flavor. You won’t even miss the tortilla, I promise you that.
    5 from 2 votes
    Tried this recipe?Mention @themovementmenu or tag #movementmenu!
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Rate Recipe
    Servings 6
    Course: Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: spicy, whole30 chicken, whole30 soup
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 291kcal
    Author: Monica Stevens Le

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon ghee, coconut oil or avocado oil
    • 1 yellow onion diced
    • 1/4 cup poblano peppers finely chopped
    • 1 red pepper diced
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon Mexican seasoning
    • 16 ounces diced tomatoes
    • 1- 4 ounce ca diced green chiles
    • 4 cups chicken or beef shredded
    • 1/4 cup canned coconut milk
    • 32 ounces organic chicken broth or beef broth
    • 2 cups kale chopped
    • 1 sweet potato diced and roasted
    • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro plus more for garnish
    • 1 avocado sliced
    • 1/2 lime juiced

    Instructions

    • Heat a large stockpot over medium heat for a few minutes and melt the ghee.
    • Once it has melted, add the onion to the pot and cook for several minutes until it has become soft and slightly browned.
    • Add poblano and red peppers and continue cooking until they become soft. Add in the garlic cloves and mix together for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the Mexican seasoning and toss to coat throughout the mixture. Next, add in the diced tomatoes and green chiles, stirring frequently. After 3 minutes, the vegetables should all be cooked through and you can add in the shredded meat, stock and coconut milk.
    • Bring everything to a boil and turn the heat down to low and add the chopped kale. Let this sit and simmer for about 10 minutes.
    • Lastly, add in the sweet potato and cilantro. Give it a nice stir, and let the soup continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes on low.
    • Turn off the heat. Serve with sliced avocado and more cilantro if you'd like. You can also squeeze some lime juice on top for an extra tangy kick!

    Notes

    You can customize this soup to meet your taste preferences. You're welcome to use shredded beef instead of chicken and beef broth instead of chicken broth. You can also rotate the kind of peppers you incorporate. Feel free to make this recipe your own!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 821mg | Potassium: 1088mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 73mg
    Monica Stevens Le
    Monica Stevens Le

    Hi! I’m Monica – recipe developer, matcha addict and lover of all things chocolate, kombucha and any & all puns. I am also the blogger, real food lover, & bonafide hustler behind the blog ‘The Movement Menu.’ I’m so excited to welcome you to my happy space, where my appreciation of creative recipes and healthy & mindful eats come together to inspire you to live a healthy, balanced life.

    Related Posts

    « Creamy Chocolate Hemp Milk
    Post Workout Green Smoothie »

    Never Miss a Recipe

    Receive Paleo, Low Carb & Whole30 Recipes Weekly!

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Abbey says

      October 15, 2019 at 1:55 pm

      This is the perfect healthy family dinner!5 stars

      Reply
    2. Kelly @ The Nourishing Home says

      January 11, 2016 at 8:42 pm

      This looks wonderful! I just pinned it and plan to share via FB this week. So great to meet you! Keep up the awesome job in sharing delicious healthy recipes! Blessings, Kelly ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • The Movement Menu says

        January 11, 2016 at 8:59 pm

        Hi Kelly! Thank you so much... it's great to "meet" you too ๐Ÿ™‚ I look forward to connecting with you more.

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    FREE SHOPPING LIST

    Enter your email address to subscribe and this incredible WHOLE30 Shopping list will be delivered right to your inbox.

    Thank you!

    You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Check your e-mail for the free shopping list.

    .
    Monica

    Hi! Iโ€™m Monica!

    I am a recipe developer, matcha addict and lover of all things delicious, green and any & all puns. I am also the blogger, real food cook, & bonafide hustler behind the scenes. Read Moreโ€ฆ

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    As Seen In...

    Visit Monica's Portfolio โžค

    Never Miss a Recipe

    Receive Paleo, Vegan & Whole30 Recipes Weekly!

    Easy Weeknight Meals

    cut open and inside of an air fryer chicken breast on a plate

    The Best Chicken Breast in Air Fryer

    air fryer drumsticks together on a white plate

    Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

    gluten free cheese pizza on brown parchment paper

    Gluten Free Pizza Dough

    turkey meatballs on a plate with bucatini pasta and a fork

    Turkey Instant Pot Meatballs

    salad with eggs, avocado, potatoes, and bacon on a plate

    The Best Breakfast Salad

    chicken pot pie soup in a ceramic bowl with a spoon inside

    Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    Trending Now

    bowl of creamy taco soup with a spoon inside and avocado and limes on top

    Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup

    Whole30 Instant Pot Seafood Gumbo (Paleo, Low Carb, Dairy Free)

    low carb and whole30 chili in a bowl with a lime wedge and spoon inside

    Paleo Whole30 Chili

    One Pan Creamy Garlic Shrimp

    creamy garlic chicken in a pan with lemons sliced on top

    One Pan Creamy Garlic Chicken

    Paleo Shepherd's Pie

    Whole30 Paleo Shepherd's Pie

    a bowl of cauliflower soup with parsley on top and a spoon inside

    Creamy, Roasted & Vegan Cauliflower Soup

    Easy Vegan Pumpkin Soup

    Above Footer Widget

    As Seen In...

    Footer

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Recipes
    • About
    • Work with Me
    • Client Work
    • Portfolio
    • Contact

    Footer

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    417 shares
    417 shares