Copycat Mcallister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 54
Make Copycat Mcallister's Chicken Tortilla Soup for a cozy dinner
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 garlic cloves , minced
1 onion , chopped
3 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cans chicken broth
4 cups half-and-half
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup salsa
1 can creamed corn
3 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 1/2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro , chopped
16 ounces tortilla chips
8 ounces monterey jack cheese , shredded
1/8 cup green onion , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
576
Sugar
6g
Fat
36g
Copycat Mcallister's Chicken Tortilla Soup is a copycat recipe of the famous soup served at McAlister's Deli, which has several locations across the United States. This soup is a combination of creamy chicken, corn, and spices such as cumin and fajita seasoning mix, which gives it a unique southwest flavor. It's perfect for a cozy dinner, and you can adjust the spiciness level according to your taste by adding more or less of the fajita seasoning mix. Serve it with a side of tortilla chips or cornbread for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, sauté garlic and onions in margarine until onions are translucent.
2.Add flour and cook for another 2 minutes.
3.Gradually add in chicken broth, half-and-half, condensed cream of chicken soup, and salsa while continuously stirring, making sure that there are no lumps.
4.Add cooked corn, chicken breasts, cumin, fajita seasoning, and cilantro.
5.Cook on low-medium heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.Crush tortilla chips into small pieces and add them into the soup, stir until all chips are well mixed.
7.Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, and additional crushed tortilla chips.

PROS

This soup is creamy, flavorful, and comforting.

It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken and corn from previous meals.

It’s a budget-friendly meal that can feed a crowd.

CONS

This soup is not suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup contains chicken, corn, and spices such as cumin and fajita seasoning mix, which are all rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
This soup is also high in protein and can be a good source of energy.

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