Quick Tortilla Soup (Print)
A delicious Mexican-style chicken soup packed with veggies and crispy tortilla strips you can make fast.
# Ingredients:
→ Tortilla Strips
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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1 teaspoon of kosher salt
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10 small corn tortillas, sliced into strips about 1/4-inch wide
→ Soup Base
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1 large jalapeño pepper, chopped into small pieces
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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32 ounces of chicken broth with less sodium
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1 cup sweet yellow or Vidalia onion, diced
→ Main Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups of corn kernels
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2 cans of diced tomatoes, each 14.5 ounces
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2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded
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1 can of black beans, 15 ounces, rinsed and drained
→ Seasonings
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2 teaspoons of ground cumin
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2 teaspoons of salt
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1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (if you want a spicy kick)
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1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
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1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
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1 tablespoon chili powder
→ Optional Toppings
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Cheese, grated
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Fresh avocado cubes
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A dollop of sour cream
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 375°F. Combine the tortilla strips with oil and salt, then arrange on a baking tray. Let them bake until they’re crunchy, around 15 to 18 minutes.
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Warm up the oil in a large pot like a Dutch oven. Cook the onion and jalapeño for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Toss in garlic and let it cook for 1 or 2 more minutes.
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Drop in the broth, diced tomatoes, rinsed beans, shredded chicken, corn, and all the spices. Bring it all to a boil, then simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes.
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Stir in cilantro and let the soup boil for another minute. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
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Pour the soup into bowls. Add the homemade tortilla strips on top and dress it up with things like avocado chunks, shredded cheese, or sour cream.
# Notes:
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Soup lasts for 5 to 7 days in the fridge or 4 months in the freezer.
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Tortilla strips will stay crispy at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Save time by using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.