Tortilla soup is a traditional Mexican dish that is both flavorful and versatile. It is a simple soup to make, requiring a few basic ingredients and a little time. With its combination of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chili peppers, tortilla soup has a rich and complex flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. It can be made with a variety of toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, and cheese, allowing you to customize the soup to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a gathering, tortilla soup is the perfect choice.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
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.
SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
The best meals are the ones that take little effort while still earning that homemade label, and this Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is the perfect example. This easy-prep chicken tortilla soup recipe simmers for hours while you prep it in just 15 minutes. Come home to amazing flavors like green chiles, diced tomatoes, cumin, cilantro and tasty tortilla chips. Check out our step-by-step directions for how to make this tortilla soup in a slow cooker, and sit down to something delicious.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 4h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add broth, tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, onions, green chiles, cumin and chili powder to slow cooker; stir to combine. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken to skillet; sprinkle with pepper. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until browned on both sides. Place chicken in slow cooker.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours or until chicken is cooked through (at least 165°F in center). Remove chicken from slow cooker to plate; shred using 2 forks. Return chicken to slow cooker. Stir in cilantro. Top each serving with crushed tortilla chips and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize About 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
THE WORLD'S BEST TORTILLA SOUP
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
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
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Bring a bit of the Southwest to your table with this spirit-warming 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 Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
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
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cooking oil, garlic, white onion, tomato, green chilli, black beans, frozen corn, salt, pepper, dried oregano, cumin, chili powder, chicken broth, rotisserie chicken, tortilla strip, fresh cilantro
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pot over a medium heat, add oil, garlic and onion. Cook until onion starts to become translucent.
- Add tomatoes, green chiles, black beans, corn, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until all ingredients are heated through, stirring occasionally.
- Add broth, stir and bring to a simmer.
- Add chicken and allow to heat through.
- Serve with a sprinkle of tortilla strips and cilantro.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1290 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 85 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 15 grams
MEXICAN TORTILLA SOUP
The presentation of this soup is so pretty...its zippy taste is even better! --Julie Ferron
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the ancho pepper and water; let stand for 20 minutes or until pepper is softened. Drain and discard water; set pepper aside., In a large saucepan, heat 1 in. of oil to 350°. Add half of the tortilla strips; cook and stir until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining tortilla strips; set aside., Drain saucepan, reserving 2 teaspoons of oil. In reserved oil, cook the onion, garlic and ancho pepper over low heat until onion is golden brown, about 7 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor; add tomatoes. Cover and process until smooth., Return mixture to the pan. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until mixture has thickened to the consistency of tomato paste, 10 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., Add the cilantro, salt and, if desired, cayenne. Divide cheese and avocado among six bowls; top with the soup, tortilla strips and quartered lime slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 1154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
HOMEMADE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chilies, garlic, jalapeno and cumin; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes and broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Stir in chicken., Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper. Top servings with chips and cheese., Freeze option: Before adding chips and cheese, cool soup; freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Add chips and cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
TRISHA'S CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Simmer Trisha Yearwood's Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe, from Trisha's Southern Kitchen on Food Network, with a jar of salsa, fajita seasoning and canned veggies.
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and the onion and saute until softened, 5 minutes. Add the flour and stir well, cooking for 1 minute more. Add the broth and the half-and-half. Stir in the cream of chicken soup, salsa, chicken, beans, corn, cumin and fajita seasoning. Continue to simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Crumble the tortilla chips into individual bowls and top with a ladle of soup. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and add a dollop of sour cream.
HEARTY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
COPYCAT MCALLISTER'S CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
I love Mcallister's tortilla soup and had to find the recipe. Found this posted on another website, looks good.
Provided by Doxie lover in the
Categories Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, saute the garlic and onion in the butter or margarine for 5 minutes.
- Add flour and stir well, cooking for 1 minute more.
- Add the broth and half-and-half. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Add the soup, salsa, corn, chicken, cumin, fajita seasoning and 2 tablespoons cilantro. Stir and continue to heat for 15 minutes.
- Crumble tortilla chips into individual bowls, add 1/2 ounce shredded cheese to each bowl and ladle in soup. Top each bowl with more crumbled chips, remaining 1/2 ounce cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro, few chopped green onions and serve.
TORTILLA SOUP WITH BLACK BEANS
Beans, a good-quality pantry staple, make this meal healthy, delicious, and affordable.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium. Cook garlic and chili powder until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes (with juice), beans, broth, corn, and 1 cup water; season with salt and pepper.
- Bring soup to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Add tortilla chips; cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Serve soup with lime wedges and, if desired, more chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 13 g
SPICY MEXICAN TORTILLA SOUP
This kicked-up soup features sautéed onions and spicy peppers combined with chicken, corn, tomatoes and black beans all simmered in a delicious broth. The result is an ultra-flavorful soup your family will love!
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a 6-quart saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and peppers and cook for 2 minutes or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the tomato paste, corn, beans, tomatoes, broth and chicken and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve topped with crushed tortilla chips or strips, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 651.1 mg, Sugar 3 g
TORTILLA SOUP
Corn tortillas provide this soup with both its flavor and texture. It's a fast-growing favorite in the Southeast. I especially like this recipe because it can be made quickly and easily and it can serve as an appetizer or a main dish.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the tomatoes, onion and garlic in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a large saucepan. Add chicken broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. , Meanwhile, cut tortillas into 1/4-in. strips; fry in hot oil until crisp and brown. Drain on paper towels. Ladle soup into bowls; top with tortilla strips, sour cream and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 1018mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SIX CAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Delicious and EASY zesty soup recipe that uses only 6 canned ingredients! Serve over tortilla chips, and top with shredded Cheddar cheese. Throw away the cans and no one will know that it is not from scratch!
Provided by Terryn
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Open the cans of corn, chicken broth, chunk chicken, black beans, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Pour everything into a large saucepan or stock pot. Simmer over medium heat until chicken is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1482.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CHEESY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP IN THE SLOW COOKER
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
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
CREAMY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
A restaurant in my town had the best creamy chicken tortilla soup, but they closed up and I have not been able to find a great tortilla soup since. I decided to create my own based on recipes that I had tried in the past. My husband couldn't get enough of it, so I knew it was a hit. Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded Cheddar, and avocado.
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic. Saute until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add broth, condensed soup, picante sauce, chili powder, oregano, cumin, cilantro, pepper, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Add chicken, corn, and half-and-half. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and top with tortilla strips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1454.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first 12 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add corn; cook 10 minutes longer. Top with tortilla chips and cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
MEXICAN TORTILLA CHICKEN SOUP
Steps:
- Place a stockpot over medium heat and coat with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the onions, garlic, jalapenos, and tomatoes; cook, stirring for 15 minutes until the vegetables are cooked down and pulpy. Pour in the stock, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1-inch of canola oil in a skillet over medium-high flame. When the oil begins to smoke, add the tortilla strips in batches and fry until they are crisp on all sides. Remove to a paper towel-lined platter and sprinkle with salt while they are still hot.
- Ladle the hot soup into 4 soup bowls and put a pile of shredded chicken on top of each. Top with the diced avocado and fried tortilla strips (and cheese if using). Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
- Place the chicken and vegetables in a large stockpot over medium heat. Pour in only enough cold water to cover (about 3 quarts); too much will make the broth taste weak. Toss in the thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns, and allow it to slowly come to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and gently simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, partially covered, until the chicken is done. As it cooks, skim any impurities that rise to the surface; add a little more water if necessary to keep the chicken covered while simmering.
- Carefully remove the chicken to a cutting board. When its cool enough to handle, discard the skin and bones; hand-shred the meat into a storage container.
- Carefully strain the stock through a fine sieve into another pot to remove the vegetable solids. Use the stock immediately or if you plan on storing it, place the pot in a sink full of ice water and stir to cool down the stock. Cover and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze.
- Yield: 2 quarts
AMAZING CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP!
This recipe has been a huge hit with everyone who has ever tried it. We make it almost weekly, and the leftovers are eaten immediately. It is also very healthy! It is a little spicy, so if you don't have too much of a tolerance for spicy foods, you may choose to leave out the seeds of the jalapeño. If you love spicy, like we do, extra cayenne pepper adds even more zing. Enjoy!
Provided by Valerie Marie
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sauté onion, garlic, jalapeño and green pepper with olive oil in a large pot until soft.
- Add all the rest of the ingredients to the large pot and bring to a boil.
- After about 15 minutes, remove the chicken breasts and shred.
- (Two forks work well to pull the chicken apart!).
- Return shredded chicken to the pot and simmer an additional 45 minutes.
- Serve, topped with crushed tortilla chips if desired.
FIVE-STAR RESTAURANT'S CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
I got this recipe from my brother-in-law who used to work at this wonderful restaurant. The recipe he gave me was for 4 times this amount. I reduced it and tested it twice with excellent results. It is the best tortilla soup I have ever had!
Provided by Grace Lynn
Categories Mexican
Time 4h30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Stock: Use a 16 quart stock pot and bring everything to boil.
- Lower heat and simmer until chicken floats (approx. 1 1/2 to 2 hours).
- Drain and reserve broth only.
- Save chicken for another use or you can shred it and put it into the soup.
- Soup: In the same stock pot, heat the vegetable oil on medium high heat and add garlic, onions, and serrano peppers, cook for a few minutes.
- Add the chicken stock, chipotles, corn tortillas, tomato paste, lemon juice, and sugar.
- Cook until the tortillas are dissolved.
- Use a blender and blend the soup when it's cooled.
- Re-heat the soup and garnish with cut up avocados, tortilla chips, sour cream, and shredded mozarella cheese.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The flavor of your tortilla soup will be greatly enhanced if you use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This includes using fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chili peppers. If possible, also use homemade chicken broth or stock.
- Don't skimp on the spices: Tortilla soup is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to use a variety of spices. Common spices used in tortilla soup include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika. You can also add a touch of heat with cayenne pepper or chipotle powder.
- Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Common toppings for tortilla soup include shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro. You can also serve it with tortilla chips or bread.
Conclusion:
Tortilla soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, tortilla soup is sure to become a family favorite.
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