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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 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 lime
2 cups crushed tomatoes
1 can black beans (15 oz)
2 jalapeños
4 corn tortillas
1/4 cup cilantro
1 lb chicken
1 avocado

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Boil chicken in a large pot for about 15 minutes until fully cooked, then shred it.

2

Prepare the tortilla strips by baking corn tortillas with olive oil and salt until crispy.

3

Chop onion and garlic cloves for the soup.

4

Add olive oil to the pot and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.

5

Stir in crushed tomatoes, black beans, and chicken stock into the pot.

6

Season the soup with salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne to taste.

7

Stir in the shredded chicken and allow it to heat through.

8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with avocado, jalapenos, cheese, cilantro, and crispy tortilla strips.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potfrying panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

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

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