Best 6 Nearly Famous Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipes

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Introducing the ultimate guide to creating the most flavorful and satisfying Nearly Famous Chicken Tortilla Soup. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will bring vibrant Mexican flavors to your kitchen. This soul-warming soup is packed with tender chicken, roasted tomatoes, fire-roasted corn, black beans, and a medley of zesty spices that come together to create an unforgettable dish. Whether you're a soup enthusiast or simply seeking a comforting meal to nourish your taste buds, this article will provide you with the best recipe to make Nearly Famous Chicken Tortilla Soup that will surely become a family favorite.

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NEARLY FAMOUS CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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It would seem that everyone has their own version of tortilla soup. Some are thick and cheesy; some thin and watery. I prefer a thin, but not watery, broth-based tortilla soup with LOTS of veggies and toppings. I developed this recipe years ago and would venture to say it is my MOST requested recipe. Both to personal friends or blog readers, I email this recipe constantly! So here it is, ASP's nearly famous Chicken Tortilla Soup, have at it!

Provided by spicyperspective

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 minced garlic cloves
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 cups chicken broth
3/4 tablespoon cumin
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 -2 bay leaf
2 carrots, thinly sliced
2 skinless chicken breasts, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon salt
pepper
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1 -2 avocado, diced
16 ounces tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot, heat the oil over high. Add onions, 1/3 cup cilantro and garlic, sauté 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes and spices, then bring to a boil.
  • Add the broth, carrots and chicken. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook another 10-12 minutes.
  • Stir in half the cheese and 1 cup crushed tortilla chips.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with remaining cheese, fresh cilantro, fresh avocado, and more tortilla chip pieces. Serves 4+.
  • *This is a great recipe for leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken. Just add it in at the very end to warm it up!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 924.3, Fat 47.9, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 88.1, Sodium 1883.6, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 7.2, Protein 44.5

CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
About 1 1/4 teaspoons chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced onion
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
One 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles, such as Rotel
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups hot water
3 tablespoons tomato paste
Two 15-ounce cans black beans, drained
3 tablespoons cornmeal
5 small corn tortillas
Diced avocado
Diced red onion
Sour cream
Chopped fresh cilantro
Other suggested toppings: Grated Monterey Jack cheese, pico de gallo

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Start by mixing together the cumin, 1 teaspoon of the chilli powder, the garlic powder and salt. Drizzle the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the spice mixture. Set the rest of the spice mixture aside. Bake until the chicken is cooked all the way through, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove it from the oven. Cut the chicken into cubes and set aside.
  • Next, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Throw in the onions, green and red bell peppers and garlic. Throw in a tablespoon of the spice mixture used to season the chicken. Add a little extra chilli powder (about 1/4 teaspoon) for heat. Stir to cook the vegetables until they begin to turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the cubed chicken and diced tomatoes, juice and all. Add the chicken broth, hot water and tomato paste. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Add the drained black beans. Next, mix together the cornmeal with 1/2 cup water. Add the mixture to the pot, and then simmer the soup for 10 to 15 minutes. Give it a taste and add salt or seasonings as needed; be sure to not under salt it!
  • Cut the tortillas into uniform 2- to 3-inch strips. Stir most of them into the soup just before serving. This is what makes tortilla soup tortilla soup! Turn off the heat and get ready to serve it up. Ladle the soup into a bowl, then add avocado, red onion, sour cream, cilantro and extra tortilla strips to the top. The more toppings on tortilla soup, the merrier.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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Bring a bit of the Southwest to your table with this homemade chicken tortilla soup. Loaded with tender chicken, diced tomatoes, and plenty of seasonings, it's sure to be requested again and again. Serve with tortilla chips if desired.

Provided by ladyw4kids

Categories     Tortilla Soup

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped onion
3 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cubed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup cold water
¼ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine onion, chicken broth, tomatoes, and taco seasoning in a large sauce pan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in chicken; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth; gradually stir into soup.
  • Bring soup to a boil over medium-high heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 1 minute. Top with Mexican cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 66.4 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1269.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

THE WORLD'S BEST TORTILLA SOUP



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Tired of generic tortilla soups? Try an intoxicating medley of rich flavors, vegetables, and wholesome food.

Provided by Velveteen Lion

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Tortilla Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 (32 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 large fresh tomatoes, diced
2 Anaheim chile peppers, stemmed and seeded
1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed and seeded
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 whole rotisserie chicken, torn into bite-sized pieces
1 lime, sliced into wedges
3 cups crushed corn chips
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 avocado - peeled, seeded, and sliced
3 sprigs cilantro, diced

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until brown and tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cans of chicken broth and canned tomatoes. Add fresh tomatoes.
  • Mix Anaheim chile peppers, jalapeno pepper, cumin, chili powder, and pepper into the pot. Stir in chicken. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer soup until flavors combine, about 20 minutes.
  • Ladle soup into serving bowls; twist 1 lime wedge into each bowl. Top with corn chips, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, avocado slices, and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 109.6 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 1074.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

HEARTY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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This hearty chicken tortilla soup is packed with flavor and is sure to fill you up. The chipotle peppers add a nice smoky flavor, while the jalapeños add a bit of heat.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Sides

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

8 oz large white onion, roughly chopped
6 cloves garlic
1 jalapeño, seeded and roughly chopped
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, to taste
1 cup fresh cilantro, loosely packed
4 roma tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
kosher salt, to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cups low sodium chicken stock
25 oz hominy, drained and rinsed
2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
¼ cup lime juice
onion, finely chopped
fresh cilantro
avocado, thinly sliced
cotija cheese, crumbled
tortilla strip
lime wedge

Steps:

  • Add the onion, garlic, jalapeño, chipotle peppers, cilantro, and tomatoes to a food processor. Puree until well combined, with no large pieces remaining, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and the oregano.
  • In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer to a cutting board. Shred the chicken using 2 forks. Set aside.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same pot if it appears dry. Pour the reserved puree into the pot. Cook over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, until the liquid has started to evaporate. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until nearly all the moisture has been cooked out and the puree has reduced to a dark paste, stirring occasionally to prevent burning, about 20 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken stock and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to incorporate any browned bits. Increase the heat to medium-high. Stir in the shredded chicken and bring to a simmer.
  • Once the stock is simmering, stir in the hominy and bell pepper. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Add the lime juice and season with salt to taste.
  • Serve the soup hot, with onion, cilantro, avocado, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, and lime wedges alongside for topping.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 924 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 21 grams

AUTHENTIC CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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I received this recipe from a friend at work who got it from a lady in Texas. It is exceptionally good authentic tortilla soup. I use already cooked rotisserie chicken from the store to make it quicker to put together.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 3/4 tablespoons flour
3 cups water
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce (or less)
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
4 -8 ounces tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Sauté onion and garlic in oil. Stir in 2 tablespoons flour.
  • While simmering, whisk the rest of the flour with water and add to the onion and garlic sauté. Simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, cilantro and chicken. Cook for 20 minutes on medium heat.
  • Stir in sugar and Tabasco. Simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add cheese and let it melt (low heat).
  • Crumble tortilla chips into soup and let it set for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with additional cheese and tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.7, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 64, Sodium 538.3, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 23.1

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Chicken: Opt for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts for a richer flavor and texture.
  • Enhance the Broth: Roast the chicken with vegetables and aromatics to create a flavorful broth. Don't discard the drippings, as they add depth to the soup.
  • Homemade Tortilla Strips: Elevate your soup by making crispy tortilla strips from scratch using stale tortillas. Simply cut them into strips and bake or fry until golden brown.
  • Fresh Vegetables: Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for optimal flavor and texture. Sauté them lightly to retain their crunch and natural sweetness.
  • Balancing Spices: Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences. Add a bit of heat with chili powder or cayenne pepper, and enhance the flavors with cumin, oregano, and paprika.
  • Garnish Generously: Don't skimp on the garnishes! Fresh cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream, and shredded cheese add color, texture, and extra flavor to each bowl.

Conclusion:

This Nearly Famous Chicken Tortilla Soup is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. With its rich broth, tender chicken, crispy tortilla strips, and an array of fresh toppings, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply craving a comforting meal, this recipe delivers big on taste and satisfaction. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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