Tex-Mex Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 each chicken breasts skinned, boned; 2 cups water; 14 1/2 ounces beef stock; 14 1/2 ounces chicken broth; 14 1/2 ounces tomatoes cut up; 1/2 cup onions chopped; 1/4 cup green bell peppers; 8 3/4 ounces corn drained; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper ground; 1 x flour tortillas crushed; 4 ounces monterey jack cheese shredded (about 1 cup); 1 each avocados seeded and -cut up; 1 x cilantro snipped; 1 each limes cut into wedges

Servings: persons

2 each chicken breasts skinned, boned
2 cups water
14 1/2 ounces beef stock
14 1/2 ounces chicken broth
14 1/2 ounces tomatoes cut up
1/2 cup onions chopped
1/4 cup green bell peppers
8 3/4 ounces corn drained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
⅛ teaspoon black pepper ground
1 x flour tortillas crushed
4 ounces monterey jack cheese shredded (about 1 cup)
1 each avocados seeded and -cut up
1 x cilantro snipped
1 each limes cut into wedges

1
Cut chicken into 1 inch cubes; set aside.
2
In a large saucepan combine water, beef and chicken broths, undrained tomatoes, onoin and green pepper.
3
Bring to boiling.
4
Add Chicken; reduce heat.
5
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
6
Add corn, chili powder, cumin and pepper.
7
Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes more.
8
To serve, place crushed tortilla chips into each bowl.
9
Ladle soup over chips.
10
Sprinkle with cheese, avocado and cilantro.
11
Serve with lime wedges.

567

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 2 each chicken breasts skinned, boned, 2 cups water, 14 1/2 ounces beef stock, 14 1/2 ounces chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex 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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Tex-Mex Tortilla Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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