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Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup

Cultural Context

Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup, or Sopa de Tortilla, is a traditional dish that showcases the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. It is often enjoyed as a comforting meal, especially during colder months. The soup combines the heartiness of chicken with the crunch of tortilla strips, making it a popular choice in many households across Mexico. Variations exist, with some regions adding different vegetables or spices, reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 tablespoons oil
3 tortillas
8 tortillas
6 cups chicken broth
1 onion
1 garlic
tomatoes
spicy peppers
California peppers
oregano
avocado
cream
fresh cheese
shredded chicken

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is lower in fat, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: store-brand tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber, while store-brand options are often cheaper.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while processed cheese can be more affordable.

1

Heat a pot and add approximately 1.5 tablespoons of oil.

2

Sauté chopped onion and garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

3

Add chopped tomatoes and sauté for another minute.

4

Add spicy peppers and California peppers, sauté for 1 minute.

5

Pour in some chicken broth to help cook the tomatoes, let it boil for 2 minutes.

6

Add 3 tortillas to the pot to thicken the sauce, cook for 2 more minutes on medium heat.

7

Fry 8 tortillas cut into strips until crispy for garnish.

8

Blend the sauce with the cooked ingredients and remaining chicken broth until smooth.

9

Heat the blended sauce in a clean pot and adjust thickness with more broth if desired.

10

Serve the soup with fried tortilla strips, shredded chicken, avocado, cream, and fresh cheese.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingshreddingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potblender

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

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

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