Cheesy Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Cheesy Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 envelope chicken fajita seasoning mix; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth; 1/3 cup canned diced tomatoes with chilies; 1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta); 1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided; 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Guacamole and tortilla chips

Servings: persons

1 envelope chicken fajita seasoning mix
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/3 cup canned diced tomatoes with chilies
1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Guacamole and tortilla chips

1
Prepare fajita mix according to package directions; add chicken and marinate as directed. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink; set aside.
2
In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Add the tomatoes, process cheese and 1 cup Monterey Jack; cook and stir until cheese is melted.
3
Stir in cream and reserved chicken; heat through (do not boil). Sprinkle with cheddar and remaining Monterey Jack cheese; top with guacamole and chips.

1135

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 envelope chicken fajita seasoning mix, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Cheesy 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.

Cheesy Tortilla Soup

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