The Best Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: The Best Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons canola oil; 8 corn tortillas, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 3 bay leaves; 6 cups chicken stock; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 large cooked chicken breast halves, shredded; GARNISH; shredded monterey jack cheese; diced avocado; sour cream (optional); 2 corn tortillas, sliced and fried crisp (optional)

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons canola oil
8 corn tortillas, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
3 bay leaves
6 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 large cooked chicken breast halves, shredded
GARNISH
shredded monterey jack cheese
diced avocado
sour cream (optional)
2 corn tortillas, sliced and fried crisp (optional)

1
In dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat.
2
Add the tortillas, garlic, cilantro and onion, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the tomatoes, bringing to a boil.
4
Add cumin, chili powder and bay leaves.
5
Add chicken stock and return to a boil.
6
Reduce heat.
7
Add salt and cayenne and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
8
Remove bay leaves and stir in shredded chicken.
9
Garnish with Monterrey Jack cheese and avocado, and sour cream and fried tortillas if desired.

1444

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

162

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons canola oil, 8 corn tortillas, chopped, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, and more.

Yes, The Best 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.

The Best Chicken Tortilla Soup

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