Nancy’s Chicken Tortilla Soup

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Nancy's Chicken Tortilla Soup, a perfect balance of spicy flavors
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hr

Ready In

2 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole chicken , cut into pieces
1 -2 quart water
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons salt ( I use sea salt )
1 teaspoon pepper
1 chicken bouillon cube ( I use Knorr )
1 large onion , chopped
3 -4 stalks celery , chopped
1 green bell pepper , chopped
1 red bell pepper , chopped
1 yellow bell pepper , chopped
1 -2 fresh jalapeno , stems and seeds removed , chopped
3 -4 garlic cloves , minced
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro , coursely chopped
1 bag tortilla chips
1 1 cup monterey jack cheese or 1 cup Mexican blend cheese
1 avocado , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
428
Sugar
5g
Fat
23g
Nancy's Chicken Tortilla Soup is a Tex-Mex inspired dish that combines chicken, vegetables, and spices to create a flavorful and hearty soup. The soup is traditionally served with tortilla chips, cheese, and sliced avocado, which complements the flavors perfectly. This soup is perfect for cold winter days and can be easily made in a large batch to feed a crowd. If you're looking for a spicy and delicious soup, this recipe is definitely worth a try.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, add chicken pieces, water, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, and chicken bouillon cube. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 1-2 hours or until chicken becomes tender.
2.Remove chicken from the pot, shred the meat, and discard bones and skin. Skim any fat off of the chicken broth.
3.In the same pot, add onion, celery, bell peppers, jalapenos, garlic, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and sugar. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4.Add shredded chicken and cilantro, and let it simmer for another 15 minutes.
5.Serve hot with tortilla chips, cheese, and sliced avocado.

PROS

Nancy’s Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for cold winter days.

The combination of spices and vegetables makes it a healthy meal option.

CONS

Some people may find the spice level too high in this recipe.
Those who don’t like spicy food may find this soup difficult to enjoy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of protein due to the chicken.
The vegetables in this recipe provide a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals that are important for overall health. Hot peppers, like jalapenos, contain capsaicin, which has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with pain management. This soup can be helpful for people looking for a natural way to relieve arthritis pain and muscle soreness.

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