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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
28 ounce can of chicken (drained)
14.5 ounce can of chicken broth
16 ounce jar of salsa
15 ounce can of black beans (undrained)
2 cans of 10 ounce diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
15 ounce can of mexicorn (undrained)
taco seasoning
tortilla chips (for serving)
mexican style blend cheese (for serving)
sour cream (optional, not used in preparation)

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

Drain the 28 ounce can of chicken and place it in the crock pot.

2

Use two forks to break apart the chicken into chunks.

3

Add the 16 ounce jar of salsa to the crock pot.

4

Pour in the 14.5 ounce can of chicken broth.

5

Add the 15 ounce can of black beans (undrained).

6

Add the two 10 ounce cans of diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained).

7

Add the 15 ounce can of mexicorn (undrained).

8

Cut open the taco seasoning packet with scissors and add it to the pot.

9

Mix all the ingredients together with a spoon.

10

Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.

11

After cooking, stir the soup before serving.

12

Serve the soup topped with mexican style blend cheese and crushed tortilla chips.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

crock pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

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

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