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Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

This is the kind of soup that fixes a long day. It’s cozy, deeply satisfying, and comes together on a busy weeknight without much fuss. One pot, a little shredding, and dinner practically makes itself.

Why I Love It

There’s something about a big pot of tortilla soup that just feels like a hug. It’s the meal I keep coming back to when I want something warm and comforting but don’t want to spend all night in the kitchen. It’s forgiving, it’s cozy, and it always tastes like I put in way more effort than I actually did.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp light olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • -4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 32 oz chicken broth
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 15 oz corn, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1½ tsp cumin
  • 1½ tsp paprika
  • Taco seasoning, to taste
  • Garlic seasoning, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1½ Tbsp lime juice
  • Mexican shredded cheese, for topping

Let’s Make It

  1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil over medium-high heat until softened. Add the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, chicken breasts, corn, black beans, cumin, paprika, taco seasoning, garlic seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and easy to shred.
  2. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro and lime juice.

Homemade Crispy Tortilla Strips

I made homemade crispy tortilla strips by cutting tortillas into thin strips and frying them in oil until golden and crispy. I seasoned them with salt while they were hot.

Homemade crispy tortilla strips

Topping Ideas

  • Mexican shredded cheese
  • Homemade crispy tortilla strips
  • Sour cream
  • Avocado
  • Lime wedges
  • Fresh cilantro

Notes From My Kitchen

I tend to eyeball the taco seasoning, garlic seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt. I like my soup well-seasoned, so taste as you go until it tastes just right to you.

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