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tortilla soup

tortilla soup

Tortilla soup is a flavorful and comforting Mexican dish that features a rich broth, tender chicken, and crispy tortilla strips. It's a perfect meal for any occasion, packed with vibrant flavors and textures.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 baking sheet optional for tortilla strips
  • 1 oven optional for tortilla strips
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 15-ounce can corn, drained
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • to taste fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in minced garlic, diced red and yellow bell peppers, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the peppers are tender.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes and corn. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add the shredded chicken to the pot and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  • While the soup is simmering, prepare the tortilla strips. Cut the corn tortillas into thin strips and place them on a baking sheet. Optionally, drizzle with a little olive oil and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes until crispy.
  • To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and fresh cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over the top for added flavor.
  • Customize the soup by adding beans or other vegetables if desired.
  • For a spicier version, consider adding diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.

Notes

You can customize the soup by adding beans or other vegetables.
For a spicier version, consider adding diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.