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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken Tortilla Soup

The ultimate comfort food, Chicken Tortilla Soup is a rich, savory dish filled with shredded chicken, melted cheese, and crispy tortilla strips. Perfect for chilly nights, this easy weeknight dinner is sure to please everyone at the table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup minced white onion
  • ¼ cup minced Anaheim pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 cooked skinless, boneless chicken thigh, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 8 ounces mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 36 inch corn tortillas, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ¼ cup canned diced tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Tortilla strips, optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the minced onion, minced Anaheim pepper, and minced garlic and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes, or until the minced onion begins to turn translucent.
  2. Whisk the cornstarch into the chicken broth, then add the broth mixture to the pot, along with the cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast, cooked skinless, boneless chicken thigh, shredded mild cheddar cheese, minced corn tortillas, lime juice, diced tomatoes, ground cumin, ground cayenne pepper, Mexican oregano, and salt.
  3. Increase the heat to medium and stir constantly to help the cheese melt. When the soup begins to bubble, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Serve the soup topped with Tortilla strips and extra shredded cheese. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, in a covered container, for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Tip 1: To freeze this soup, allow it to cool completely, then place in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator then reheat over low heat on the stove, or in the microwave.
  • Tip 2: Poblano pepper can be substituted for Anaheim.
  • Tip 3: If you cannot find Mexican oregano, you can substitute regular.
  • Tip 4: You can use half cheddar cheese and half Monterey Jack for a varied flavor.
  • Tip 5: This soup is an excellent candidate for the slow cooker! Complete step 1, then transfer all of the ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.