Description
Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings is a comforting and flavorful dish that warms the soul. This hearty soup features a rich broth filled with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy masa harina dumplings. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, each bowl delivers a fiesta of flavors, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- For the Dumplings: 1 cup masa harina
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and diced bell peppers; cook until fragrant.
- Add boneless chicken thighs to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, cooking for about five minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with their juices, chicken broth, and corn kernels. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- In a separate bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add vegetable broth until you achieve soft dough.
- Form small dumplings from the masa mixture and drop them into the simmering soup. Cover and let simmer for another ten minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
- Serve hot with toppings like cilantro or avocado as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg