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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 guajillo chili
4 cups chicken broth
1 tomato
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1 zucchini
1 carrot
1 stalk celery
1 poblano pepper
4 corn tortillas
cilantro
lime

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

Toast the guajillo chili until fragrant, then let it cool.

2

Blend the tomato, onion, garlic, oregano, thyme, and a little water into a paste.

3

In a large pot, heat 1 teaspoon of oil and fry the blended paste until it darkens.

4

Add 4 cups of chicken broth to the pot and bring to a simmer.

5

Add diced zucchini, carrot, celery, and poblano pepper to the pot.

6

Add leftover roasted chicken, shredded, to the soup.

7

Cover the pot and bring to a boil, then let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

8

Add salt to taste after simmering.

9

Cut 4 corn tortillas into strips and bake at 300°F for 15 minutes until crispy.

10

Add crispy tortilla strips to the soup to thicken it.

11

Tear and add cilantro just before serving.

12

Squeeze lime juice over each bowl before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potblenderknifecutting boardbaking sheet

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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