Cinco De Mayo Chicken Tortilla Soup

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Cinco De Mayo Chicken Tortilla Soup
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large onion , chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can chopped green chilies
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and minced
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
5 cups chicken broth
1 can tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatoes with onion and garlic , undrained
3 cans white chicken meat , drained
1/2 cup fresh cilantro , minced
2 teaspoons lime juice
salt
pepper
crushed tortilla chips
shredded cheddar cheese
shredded monterey jack cheese
sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
372
Sugar
7g
Fat
21g
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, today's recipe is a classic Mexican soup - Chicken Tortilla Soup. This soup is a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine and has been adapted in many ways to suit different tastes. The soup has a tomato-based broth, shredded chicken, and topped with plenty of crushed tortilla chips and cheese. The flavors are usually a mix of savory, spicy, and sour. The soup is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. This recipe is a great way to celebrate Mexican culture with your family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
2.Add the garlic, jalapeno pepper, and cumin and stir for 1 minute.
3.Pour in the chicken broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat to medium low and add the drained chicken. Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes.
5.Stir in the cilantro and lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6.Serve the soup hot and top with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar and monterey jack cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

PROS

This soup is flavorful and filling, perfect for a hearty meal on a cold day.
The addition of cilantro and lime juice give it a fresh and zesty taste.

It’s also a great way to use leftover chicken.

CONS

The recipe calls for canned ingredients, so fresh alternatives may be desired for some ingredients.
If you have a sensitive palate, beware of the jalapeno pepper which may make the soup too spicy for your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken tortilla soup is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin C.
Cilantro and lime juice contain antioxidants that help protect against cellular damage and inflammation.

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