Copycat McCallister’s Deli Chicken Tortilla Soup

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 5
Copycat McCallister's Deli Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 medium onion , minced
2 tablespoons garlic , minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 1/2 ounces crushed tomatoes
28 ounces low sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water , divided
1/4 cup cornstarch
4 ounces green chilies , chopped
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese ( about 1 cup )
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro , chopped
2 cups tortilla chips
1 bunch green onion , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
419
Sugar
6g
Fat
23g
The Copycat McCallister's Deli Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe is an homage to McCallister's Deli's popular chicken tortilla soup. This soup is a perfect combination of spicy, smoky, and savory flavors. The soup is loaded with tender chicken, chilies, and cheese, and it's topped with tortilla chips and cilantro for crunch and freshness. This soup is so hearty and filling, it can easily be served as a main course. The best part of this recipe is that it can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.Place the chicken breasts on the baking sheet and drizzle with 1 1/2 teaspoons of olive oil.
3.Bake for 25-30 minutes, until cooked through and no longer pink in the middle.
4.Remove the chicken from the oven and use two forks to shred it.
5.In a large saucepan, sauté the minced onion and garlic in the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add chili powder and dried oregano; cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
6.Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and 3/4 cup water to the pot and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
7.Combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water; stir until the cornstarch is dissolved.
8.Add the cornstarch mixture to the soup and continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
9.Finally, add shredded chicken, green chilies, and cheese to the soup. Stir until cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
10.Divide the soup into 6-8 bowls and serve with tortilla chips, cilantro, and green onions.

PROS

The Copycat McCallister’s Deli Chicken Tortilla Soup is very easy to make.
It’s a delicious and comforting meal, perfect for fall or winter.
The soup is filling and packed with flavor.
The addition of tortilla chips adds a nice crunch to the soup.

CONS

The soup is high in sodium due to chicken broth and cheese.
It’s not suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.
People with lactose intolerance should avoid eating this soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a good source of protein due to boneless, skinless chicken breasts. It’s also a good source of vitamin C, thanks to tomatoes and green chilies. The garlic used in this recipe may help boost immunity and reduce blood pressure. Cilantro contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and prevent disease.

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