Chicken Chipotle Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Chicken Chipotle Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken; 4 dried chipotle chiles; 1 large white onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1 -6 chopped jalapeno (your call!); 1 teaspoon dried cilantro; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 2 teaspoons chili powder; ½ teaspoon dried sage; 1 bay leaf; 12 corn tortillas; shredded monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken
4 dried chipotle chiles
1 large white onion
2 garlic cloves
1 -6 chopped jalapeno (your call!)
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 teaspoon cumin powder
2 teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon dried sage
1 bay leaf
12 corn tortillas
shredded monterey jack cheese

1
Cut the chipotles in half and cover with hot water, steep for 30 minutes.
2
After they soften, add the water and chipotles to a blender, add the garlic and blend till smooth.
3
Scrub the chicken under running water.
4
Cover the chicken with water in large pot.
5
Bring to boil, adding half the chopped onion and salt.
6
Boil chicken until almost falling apart (about 50 minutes).
7
Remove chicken to cutting board, remove skin, and pull all the meat off with fork/knife.
8
Return meat to pot.
9
Add remaining chopped onion and spices and simmer for 30 minutes.
10
Serve topped with corn tortillas, white cheese and avacado.

389

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken, 4 dried chipotle chiles, 1 large white onion, 2 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Chicken Chipotle 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.

Chicken Chipotle Tortilla Soup

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