Make Chicken Tortilla Soup Step by Step

You’ll make this recipe with your own hands and get shocked after with shredded chicken, little oil, can be broth soup, Mexican style, in a crockpot, instant.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (shredded)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 small onion (chopped)

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)

• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for spice)

• 1 lime (juiced)

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Toppings (Optional but Recommended)

• Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips

• Avocado (sliced)

• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

• Sour cream

• Jalapeños (sliced)

Before We Start

• Shred the cooked chicken breasts and set aside.

• Chop all vegetables and prepare the toppings.

• Drain and rinse the black beans.

Instructions

Aroma Sauté

Step 1: Take a pot, heat over medium flame, add olive oil, then add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté them until softened (for 2-3 minutes) until fragrance comes out.

Prepare Base

Step 2: Add diced tomatoes (or canned), chicken broth (the water of boiled chicken or simple water), corn, and black beans.

Step 3: Add 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper to taste, and ½ tsp cayenne pepper.

Step 4: Stir everything well to combine, then bring it to a simmer.

Add the Chicken

Step 5: Add the cooked shredded chicken into the pot. Stir with a spoon, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for at least 18-22 minutes to blend the flavors.

Finish the Soup

Step 6: Add a bit of lemon juice (if desired) and chopped cilantro. Taste it and adjust seasoning if needed.

You're done! Pour the soup into a bowl and enjoy!

Serve

Ladle the soup into bowls and top it with avocado, shredded cheese, or sour cream. Add jalapeños for extra flavor. Now you have a perfectly garnished soup!

What Goes with Chicken Tortilla Soup?

Here are a few sides that pair well with this hearty, healthy tortilla soup:

• Cornbread – Soft and slightly sweet.

• Avocado slices – Creamy and fresh.

• Chips & guacamole – Crunchy and zesty.

• Quesadillas – Cheese-filled and crispy.

Recipes Related to Chicken Tortilla Soup

Tortilla Soup Broth

Creating a flavorful soup broth is an amazing thing I did!
I've detailed the recipe here.

But simply, the water you boiled the chicken in becomes the broth. Add shredded chicken and season it with cumin, garlic, and chili powder for an even spice and deep flavor throughout the soup. At the end, squeeze some lemon to enhance the flavor more.

(Taste the broth before adding any spices and adjust ingredients as needed.)

Chick-fil-A Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chick-fil-A's version is gonna be creamy and thick as it should be:

• Use heavy cream or a dollop of sour cream in a bowl.

• Then, add shredded rotisserie chicken for a cure.

• Simmer your soup with seasoning for extra taste.

Mexican Chicken Tortilla Recipe

Mexican soup can be made anywhere!
All things are similar, but with more Mexican influence:

• Use fresh cilantro, lime, and chipotle for a smoky flavor.

• Add it all into the soup.

• Top it with crispy tortilla strips and crumbled queso fresco.

Conclusion

First, take a pot over medium heat with a little oil. Add onion and minced garlic, then sauté for a couple of minutes. Add diced tomatoes (or canned), chicken broth (boiled chicken water or simple water), corn, and black beans.

Add spices—chili powder, cumin powder, salt, black pepper to taste, and cayenne pepper. Stir occasionally and bring it to a boil.

Add boiled chicken (shredded first), then mix well into the pot. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 18-22 minutes to blend flavors. Add lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Simply taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle it into a bowl and serve warm!

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