Aye Mami! Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Aye Mami! Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion; 1 teaspoon corn oil; 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 28 ounces chicken broth; 2 cups water; 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn; 12 lb cooked chicken, shredded; ½ cup monterey jack cheese; 4 teaspoons fat free sour cream; 2 larger corn tortillas, cut into strips

Servings: persons

1 onion
1 teaspoon corn oil
2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
28 ounces chicken broth
2 cups water
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
12 lb cooked chicken, shredded
½ cup monterey jack cheese
4 teaspoons fat free sour cream
2 larger corn tortillas, cut into strips

1
In a large saucepan, heat oil and add chopped onion, cook for 3-4 minutes.
2
Add ancho powder, cumin, bay leaves, garlic powder and salt; cook for another 2 minutes.
3
Add broth, water, tomatoes and chilies, corn, and shredded chicken.
4
Bring to a boil for 1 minute and then simmer for thirty minutes.
5
While soup is simmering, heat oven to 400 and place tortilla strips on a pan.
6
Cook for 8 minutes, turning over at the halfway point (keep and eye on these, you may need to adjust your cooking time according to your oven).
7
Place soup in bowls, garnishing with cheese, sour cream, and tortilla strips.

2791

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

490

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, 1 teaspoon corn oil, 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Aye Mami! Chicken Tortilla Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aye Mami! Chicken Tortilla Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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