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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 packages boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium sweet onion
1 packet taco seasoning mix
2 zucchinis
1 can diced tomatoes with green pepper and onions
1 can diced tomatoes with cilantro
2 cans mild tomatoes and green chilies
1 can black beans
1 can sweet corn
2 boxes chicken broth (8 cups total)
red pepper flakes
sour cream
green onions
Mexican blend shredded cheese
tortilla chips

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

Cube the boneless skinless chicken tenderloins and add them to a Dutch oven on medium heat with olive oil.

2

Add diced sweet onion and sauté until translucent.

3

Add the cubed chicken and cook until all the pink is gone, browning it slightly.

4

Sprinkle in taco seasoning mix and stir to season the meat.

5

Add sliced zucchinis, diced tomatoes with green pepper and onions, diced tomatoes with cilantro, mild tomatoes and green chilies, black beans, and sweet corn to the pot.

6

Mix everything together and cover to simmer for about 15 minutes.

7

Add two boxes of chicken broth (8 cups total) and stir to combine.

8

Add red pepper flakes to taste, cover, and simmer on low for another 15 minutes.

9

Serve the soup topped with sour cream, green onions, Mexican blend shredded cheese, and tortilla chips.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Dutch oven

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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