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Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, spicy broth, and crispy tortilla strips. It’s a hearty, satisfying soup perfect for cozy evenings or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast or thighs (boneless, skinless)

6 cups chicken broth

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

1 can (4 oz) green chilies

1 onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup crispy tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)

Juice of 1 lime

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado slices (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts (or thighs) and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool. Once cool, shred the chicken using two forks.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  5. Shred the cooked chicken and add it back into the pot. Stir in the lime juice and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips, cilantro, and any additional toppings of your choice (such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or avocado).

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth.
  • For a spicier soup, increase the chili powder or add a sliced jalapeño.
  • For creamy tortilla soup, stir in heavy cream or sour cream at the end of cooking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it cool before transferring to freezer-safe containers.

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