Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Tex Mex comfort food

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 11m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 36m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (21 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

406
Calories
26.5g
Fat
22g
Carbohydrate
21.8g
Protein
78mg
Cholesterol
464mg
Sodium
Chicken Tortilla Soup

Recipe Description

This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a Mexican-inspired dish which I could not live without! It is rich and tasty. It is full of Mexican flavors. If I have a hard week at work, I love to rustle up a pot of this on a Friday night and sit down to a hearty, warming bowl of Tex-Mex comfort food. I always make a bit extra so there is enough for second helpings or even for leftovers tomorrow!

In this spicy, brothy chicken soup, onion, garlic, black beans, and other delicious ingredients are simmered in a tomato and chicken broth base. Then I cook the chicken breasts in the soup mix. You could use leftover roast chicken if you have it. I love to top this soup with crispy grilled tortilla strips, a lime wedge, sliced avocado and cheese.

To make this Chicken Tortilla Soup, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Sauté onions

    2 min
    Step 1 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Fry the onions for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  2. 2

    Stir in garlic and jalapenos

    1 min
    Step 2 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Add the garlic and jalapenos. Cook for 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil

    2 min
    Step 3 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Add the broth, beans and tomatoes. Bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Add chicken and simmer

    25 min
    Step 4 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Once the soup has come to a boil, turn the heat down to low. Add the chicken breasts and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

  5. 5

    Shred the chicken

    5 min
    Step 5 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Remove the cooked chicken from the soup and set aside to cool slightly. Once it is cool enough to handle, shred it and place to one side until you are ready to serve.

  6. 6

    Add lime and cilantro

    1 min
    Step 6 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Add the lime juice and fresh cilantro. Stir well to combine.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Chicken Tortilla Soup

    In the bottom of a large soup bowl, place a mound of shredded chicken. Pour soup into the bowl with the chicken and garnish with the crispy grilled tortilla strips, a lime wedge, sliced avocado and cheese.

This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delicious, filling soup which is guaranteed to get your weekend started! Try it out and remember to tag your posts with #cookmerecipes.

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (21 reviews)
Vicky
October 4, 2024
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OMG, this Chicken Tortilla Soup is lit! 🤩 After a tough work week, I whipped this up on a Friday night, and it totally hit the spot. Extra toppings make it a whole vibe! You gotta try this, trust me! 🔥🌮

Oliver
June 27, 2024
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Superb comfort food

Rita
December 10, 2023
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So warm, love it!

Zara Johnson
December 1, 2023
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Incredible! Best soup!

Wendy
October 13, 2023
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I made this Chicken Tortilla Soup after a long week. It was so easy and full of flavor. My family couldn't get enough! Even my picky kids loved it. Perfect for Friday nights with leftovers for Saturday.

Catherine
March 27, 2023
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This soup was so easy and delicious.

Ian
March 16, 2023
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Simply delicious soup

Jenna
January 16, 2023
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Superb flavors here!

Virginia Thompson
November 13, 2022
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So simple, delicious.

Rachel Smith
August 28, 2022
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Superb comfort food! After a long week, making this soup brings my husband and I together for a cozy night in. The flavors are amazing, and I love adding my own toppings. It’s always a hit in our house!

Olivia Johnson
August 24, 2022
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Superb!

Natalie Smith
April 25, 2022
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This soup is simply great, comforting after a long week at work.

Ulysses
December 1, 2021
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Simply superb soup!

Zara
November 24, 2021
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I made this soup after a long work week and it was just great. The flavors warmed my heart and filled my soul. I now have a go-to comfort food for Fridays.

Renee
October 6, 2021
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Superb. After a long week, I whip this up for my family on Fridays. It warms us up and brings us together, plus we love the tasty flavors. Always makes for yummy leftovers too.

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