Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Poblano Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 whole White Onion, Chopped; 3 cloves Garlic, Chopped; 16 ounces, fluid Low Sodium Chicken Broth; 2 cups Water; 1 can Low Sodium Tomato Sauce, No Sugar Added (14.5oz Can); 1 whole Rotisserie Chicken, Meat Removed From The Bones And Shredded; 1-1/2 cup Brown Rice, Cooked; 2 whole Serrano Peppers, Sliced; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Chili Powder; Salt To Taste; Pepper To Taste; Tortilla Chips, For Garnish

Servings: persons

1 whole Poblano Pepper
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 whole White Onion, Chopped
3 cloves Garlic, Chopped
16 ounces, fluid Low Sodium Chicken Broth
2 cups Water
1 can Low Sodium Tomato Sauce, No Sugar Added (14.5oz Can)
1 whole Rotisserie Chicken, Meat Removed From The Bones And Shredded
1-1/2 cup Brown Rice, Cooked
2 whole Serrano Peppers, Sliced
1 teaspoon Cumin
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Chili Powder
Salt To Taste
Pepper To Taste
Tortilla Chips, For Garnish

1
Under a broiler or over a gas flame, roast the poblano pepper until the skin is blackened on all sides. Carefully remove the skin and seeds, then chop and set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a large cast iron pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
3
Add broth, water and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
4
Add chicken, brown rice, poblano pepper, and serrano peppers and continue to simmer for 20-30 minutes. About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the cumin, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and salt and pepper.
5
Dish into your serving bowls. Sprinkle with tortilla chips and enjoy!

411

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Poblano Pepper, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 whole White Onion, Chopped, 3 cloves Garlic, Chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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