Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Warm up your day with a bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup, a Mexican-inspired dish bursting with bold flavors, tender chicken, and crispy tortilla strips. This hearty and satisfying soup is perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful blend of comfort and spice in every spoonful.
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Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts (2 medium)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and diced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 20 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 14 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
- 14 oz can corn drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped, divided (reserve 1/4 of it for garnish)
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil for tortilla strips
- 8 corn tortillas 6-inch tortillas
Toppings
- 1 large avocado diced
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Tortilla Strips:
- Begin by heating 1/4 cup of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cut the corn tortillas into thin strips and fry them in batches until golden and crispy. Remove the strips from the pan and drain on a paper towel. Continue frying the remaining tortilla strips, adding more oil if necessary, then set aside.
Chicken Tortilla Soup:
- In a large pot, warm some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeño. Sauté until the vegetables have softened and become aromatic.
- Next, place the whole chicken breasts into the pot along with the drained corn, black beans, chili powder, cumin, crushed tomatoes, salt, 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for at least 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice for a burst of brightness.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with the crispy tortilla strips, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. Enjoy the hearty and flavorful experience of this comforting dish!