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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
2.5 ounces mezcal
agave nectar
fresh lime juice
ginger beer
boneless skinless chicken thighs
crushed tomatoes
diced tomatoes
avocado
crispy tortilla strips
onion
Monterey Jack shredded cheese
vegetable oil
cayenne pepper
cumin
garlic
chicken stock
cilantro

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

Start by making a mezcal mule cocktail with 2.5 ounces of mezcal, agave nectar, and fresh lime juice, topped with ginger beer.

2

Prepare the chicken thighs by seasoning them with vegetable oil and cumin, massaging the seasoning into the meat.

3

Preheat a large pot and add vegetable oil to sear the chicken thighs on both sides until seasoned and browned.

4

Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs before searing them.

5

Once the chicken is seared, add about 3 liters of chicken stock to the pot.

6

Add both crushed tomatoes and diced tomatoes to the pot for flavor and texture.

7

Incorporate about half of a medium yellow onion into the mixture.

8

Add more cumin and cayenne pepper to taste, adjusting for spice preference.

9

Stir in fresh minced garlic for flavor.

10

Add cilantro to the pot, reserving some for garnish later.

11

Squeeze fresh lime juice into the soup for brightness.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potfrying panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

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

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