Best 5 Cheesy Tortilla Soup Recipes

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Cheesy tortilla soup, a hearty and flavorful dish, is a delightful comfort food that is perfect for a chilly day. With its creamy and cheesy texture, it is a great way to warm up and satisfy your taste buds. The combination of vegetables, spices, and cheese creates a rich and flavorful broth that is sure to please everyone. Cheesy tortilla soup is a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking, making it a perfect option for a quick and easy meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP IN THE SLOW COOKER



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This slow cooker chicken tortilla soup is easy and delicious, cheesy and flavorful. Makes a big pot! Optional garnishes: shredded cheese, diced green onions, cilantro, lime juice, pickled jalapenos, sour cream, and avocado slices.

Provided by Nichole Elsner

Time 5h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
salt to taste
1 pinch ground cumin, or to taste
1 pinch chili powder, or to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth
2 (15.5 ounce) jars queso dip
2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
1 (16 ounce) package frozen pepper and onion stir-fry blend
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
⅔ (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
2 medium jalapeno peppers - stemmed, seeded, and minced
¼ medium lime, juiced
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
¼ cup crushed tortilla chips, or to taste

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with salt, then follow with cumin, chili powder, and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in the hot skillet until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the heat and cut into chunks.
  • Combine chicken broth, queso, diced tomatoes and chiles, pepper and onion blend, tortilla chips, black beans, jalapeno peppers, and lime juice in a slow cooker. Add chicken. Season soup with cayenne, and add more salt, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  • Cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 5 hours. Top with crushed tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 102.7 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 1981.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHEESY TORTILLA SOUP



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My daughter came up with this dish when trying to duplicate a soup she sampled at a restaurant. I always pass on to her the rave reviews. -LaVonda Owen, Marlow, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 envelope chicken fajita seasoning mix
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/3 cup canned diced tomatoes with chiles
1 cup cubed Velveeta
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Guacamole and tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Prepare fajita mix according to package directions; add chicken and marinate as directed. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink; remove from skillet and cool slightly. Using 2 forks, shred chicken; set aside. , In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Add the tomatoes, Velveeta and 1 cup Monterey Jack; cook and stir until cheese is melted. , Stir in cream and reserved chicken; heat through (do not boil). Sprinkle with cheddar and remaining Monterey Jack cheese; top with guacamole and chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 1273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHEESY TORTILLA SOUP



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This quick video shows you how to make our cheesy (and oh-so-easy) tortilla soup. Find out firsthand why it's one of our top-rated recipes!

Provided by VELVEETA Cheese

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VELVEETA Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons chopped onions
3 tablespoons flour
1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14.5 ounce) can fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (1.25 ounce) package TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
½ pound VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
½ cup tortilla chips, coarsely crushed
1 lime, cut into 8 wedges

Steps:

  • Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Add onions; cook 2 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Stir in flour until blended.
  • Add tomatoes, broth and seasoning mix; stir. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 2 min. Add chicken and VELVEETA; cook and stir 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and chicken is heated through.
  • Top with crushed chips. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 60.1 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 841.4 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

THE ACTUAL APPLEBEE'S CHEESY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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Make and share this The Actual Applebee's Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mojoloh

Categories     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 portions, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup chopped green pepper (optional)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
1 tablespoon finely minced jalapeno pepper (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup water
1 lb cooked chicken, cubed or pulled
1 cup cream
1/4 cup sour cream
8 ounces processed cheese, 1-inch cubes
10 (6 inch) yellow or colored corn tortillas, 1/4-inch strips, fried
fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Sauté oil, garlic and onions in large pan or Dutch oven until soft.
  • Add numbers 4 through 13. Bring to low boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Cut tortillas into 1/4-inch strips and fry in oil or spray with oil and bake at 400 degrees F (while soup is cooking). Sprinkle with salt if desired.
  • Thoroughly mix flour and water, then whisk into soup. Bring to a low boil, then simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Stir in sour cream and cheese (more or less of each, depending on taste). Ensure 165 degrees F serving temperature.
  • After serving soup, pile tortilla strips into a "haystack" shape on top of the soup.
  • Optional: garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

CHEESY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cans cream of mushroom soup
2 cans cream of chicken soup
2 cans cream of celery soup
2 cans cheddar cheese soup
2- 15 oz.cans chicken broth
1- 15 oz can diced tomatoes
1 cup medium picante sauce
1 4.5 oz can green chile peppers
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dry cilantro leaves
4 cooked chicken breasts- chopped
tortilla chips
shredded cojack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, combine and whisk together all 8 cans of soup until smooth. Then add chicken broth and whisk until smooth. Then add tomatoes, salsa, green chile peppers, onion, garlic, chili powder, salt, pepper, cilantro and chicken. Bring all ingredients to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. To serve: ladle soup into bowl, top with shredded cheese and crushed tortilla chips.

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken broth and use vegetable broth instead. You can also add 1 cup of cooked black beans or corn to the soup.
  • To make the soup spicier, add 1 teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also top each bowl of soup with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped jalapeños.
  • If you don't have any tortilla chips on hand, you can use crushed tortilla strips or even cornbread croutons.
  • For a smoother soup, blend the soup in a blender or food processor until it is desired consistency.
  • Top each bowl of soup with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, avocado, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Tortilla Soup is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. The soup is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy soup recipe, give this Cheesy Tortilla Soup a try.

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