What’s better than a delicious and hearty chicken tortilla soup? A side dish that complements it perfectly, of course!

Over the years of making chicken tortilla soup, I’ve experimented with a lot of different side dishes.

Some have been hits, and some… not so much.

But I’ve finally narrowed it down to what I believe are the best side dish recipes to go along with chicken tortilla soup.

So without further ado, here are my top three picks for what to serve with chicken

What To Serve With Chicken Tortilla Soup

Jicama Salad
Polenta Fries
Nachos
Baked Cheese Taquitos
Chips And Salsa
Corn And Onion Salad
Mexican Rice
Quesadilla
Beer
Mexican Slaw

Jicama Salad

Jicama salad is a great side dish for chicken tortilla soup because it is light and refreshing, and it has a beautiful crunch that contrasts well with the soup’s creamy texture. This is also a good source of fiber, so it will help to fill you up without weighing you down.

And, because jicama is a low-carbohydrate vegetable, it is a great choice for those who are watching their blood sugar levels. To make jicama salad, simply dice one or two jicamas into small pieces and add them to your favorite salad ingredients. I like to add diced jicama, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice to my salads, but feel free to experiment with different flavor combinations.

Jicama salad is also a great topping for tacos or burritos. If you are looking for a heartier side dish, you can add some cooked rice or quinoa to your jicama salad.

Polenta Fries

One of the best things about polenta fries is that they go well with so many different recipes. For example, they make a great side dish for chicken tortilla soup.