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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Cultural Context

Chicken Tortilla Soup is a traditional Mexican dish that showcases the rich flavors of the region. It is often enjoyed as a comforting meal, especially during colder months. The soup combines the savory taste of chicken with the crunch of tortilla strips, making it a popular choice in Mexican households and restaurants alike. Variations exist across Mexico, reflecting local ingredients and preferences, but the essence remains the same: a hearty, flavorful soup that warms the soul.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 can drained corn
2 cans chicken broth (Food Club)
1 can chunk chicken (12.5 oz, drained)
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (petite diced, 14.5 oz)
1 can black beans
tortilla chips
shredded cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner and lower in calories; chicken thighs are more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and provides a cheesy flavor; processed cheese can be more budget-friendly.

1

Turn on the stove.

2

Take one can of drained corn and add it to the pot.

3

Add two cans of chicken broth (Food Club) to the pot.

4

Open one can of chunk chicken (12.5 oz), drain it, and chunk it up before adding to the pot.

5

Add one can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (petite diced, not drained) to the pot.

6

Add one can of black beans (with juice) to the pot.

7

Heat the soup until warm, stirring occasionally.

8

Serve by crunching tortilla chips in a bowl and adding the soup over them.

9

Top with shredded cheese and sour cream if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

stovepot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Sopa de TortillaTortilla Soup
Local Name: sopa de tortilla de pollo

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