Chick-fil-A Chicken Tortilla Soup Dupe
Savor a guilt-free twist on the classic Chick-fil-A chicken tortilla soup with our high-protein, low-calorie version! This cozy bowl features tender shredded chicken, zesty diced tomatoes, and a kick of spices, all simmered to perfection. Dive into a flavorful experience that's both satisfying and nourishing—your taste buds will thank you!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 6🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 1 cup frozen corn (240 ml)
- 1 large white onion, chopped
🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- (1) 32 oz container Kettle & Fire chicken bone broth (907 g)
- 3 breast Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 16 oz Low-Fat Good Culture Cottage Cheese (454 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- (1) 15oz can black beans, do not drain (28.4 g)
- (2) 15oz cans of Navy beans (56.7 g)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- season to taste with Kinder’s “The Blend”, chili powder, and cumin
📦Other(1)
- (2) 4 oz cans of Green Chilies (56.7 g)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
381
Protein
40g
Carbs
43g
Fat
4g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season three large chicken breasts with Kinder's The Blend, which includes salt, pepper, garlic, chili powder, and cumin, then cover with 32 ounces of Kettle & Fire Chicken Bone Broth.
- 2
Add the chopped onion, cover again, and let the chicken get tender.
- 3
Shred the chicken once tender.
- 4
Add one can of black beans and two cans of navy beans (do not drain) to the mixture.
- 5
Add two cans of chopped green chilies and one container of low-fat Good Culture cottage cheese.
- 6
Stir until the cottage cheese melts and becomes creamy.
- 7
Add about a cup of frozen corn and the shredded chicken, then mix well.
- 8
Serve with tortilla strips or protein Doritos.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Poach chicken breasts at 160-165°F internal temperature (measured at thickest point with instant-read thermometer) rather than simmering at higher temps, as this prevents protein denaturation above 165°F which causes moisture loss and tough, stringy texture.timing160-165°F internal temperature
- ✓Reserve 1/2 cup of cooking liquid before adding cottage cheese, then temper the cottage cheese by slowly whisking it into the warm (not boiling) liquid first, because cottage cheese proteins denature and break at 180°F+, causing graininess instead of creamy emulsion.techniqueBelow 180°F
- ✓Do not drain the beans but reduce overall broth by 25% (use 24 oz instead of 32 oz) because the canned bean liquid contains 8-12% dissolved solids (starch and minerals) that naturally thicken the soup and bind ingredients, preventing watery results.ingredient25% broth reduction, 8-12% bean solids
- ✓Add frozen corn in the final 2-3 minutes of simmering rather than early, because corn's cell walls rupture at 180°F+ after prolonged heat, releasing starch that over-thickens soup and creating mushy texture instead of tender kernels.timing2-3 minutes, at 180°F+
- ✓Stir cottage cheese mixture for 30-45 seconds after adding (not longer) because excessive stirring breaks apart the proteins' light network structure and releases whey, creating grainy rather than creamy texture.technique30-45 seconds maximum
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
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Chick-fil-A Chicken Tortilla Soup Dupe
Savor a guilt-free twist on the classic Chick-fil-A chicken tortilla soup with our high-protein, low-calorie version! This cozy bowl features tender shredded chicken, zesty diced tomatoes, and a kick of spices, all simmered to perfection. Dive into a flavorful experience that's both satisfying and nourishing—your taste buds will thank you!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 6🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 1 cup frozen corn (240 ml)
- 1 large white onion, chopped
🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- (1) 32 oz container Kettle & Fire chicken bone broth (907 g)
- 3 breast Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 16 oz Low-Fat Good Culture Cottage Cheese (454 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- (1) 15oz can black beans, do not drain (28.4 g)
- (2) 15oz cans of Navy beans (56.7 g)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- season to taste with Kinder’s “The Blend”, chili powder, and cumin
📦Other(1)
- (2) 4 oz cans of Green Chilies (56.7 g)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
381
Protein
40g
Carbs
43g
Fat
4g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season three large chicken breasts with Kinder's The Blend, which includes salt, pepper, garlic, chili powder, and cumin, then cover with 32 ounces of Kettle & Fire Chicken Bone Broth.
- 2
Add the chopped onion, cover again, and let the chicken get tender.
- 3
Shred the chicken once tender.
- 4
Add one can of black beans and two cans of navy beans (do not drain) to the mixture.
- 5
Add two cans of chopped green chilies and one container of low-fat Good Culture cottage cheese.
- 6
Stir until the cottage cheese melts and becomes creamy.
- 7
Add about a cup of frozen corn and the shredded chicken, then mix well.
- 8
Serve with tortilla strips or protein Doritos.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Poach chicken breasts at 160-165°F internal temperature (measured at thickest point with instant-read thermometer) rather than simmering at higher temps, as this prevents protein denaturation above 165°F which causes moisture loss and tough, stringy texture.timing160-165°F internal temperature
- ✓Reserve 1/2 cup of cooking liquid before adding cottage cheese, then temper the cottage cheese by slowly whisking it into the warm (not boiling) liquid first, because cottage cheese proteins denature and break at 180°F+, causing graininess instead of creamy emulsion.techniqueBelow 180°F
- ✓Do not drain the beans but reduce overall broth by 25% (use 24 oz instead of 32 oz) because the canned bean liquid contains 8-12% dissolved solids (starch and minerals) that naturally thicken the soup and bind ingredients, preventing watery results.ingredient25% broth reduction, 8-12% bean solids
- ✓Add frozen corn in the final 2-3 minutes of simmering rather than early, because corn's cell walls rupture at 180°F+ after prolonged heat, releasing starch that over-thickens soup and creating mushy texture instead of tender kernels.timing2-3 minutes, at 180°F+
- ✓Stir cottage cheese mixture for 30-45 seconds after adding (not longer) because excessive stirring breaks apart the proteins' light network structure and releases whey, creating grainy rather than creamy texture.technique30-45 seconds maximum