Chicken Tortilla Soup (Print)
A flavorful mix of shredded chicken, crunchy tortilla strips, and a creamy spiced broth with fresh peppers.
# Ingredients:
→ Soup Base
01 -
Red bell pepper
02 -
Fresh poblano pepper
03 -
Diced onion
04 -
Vegetable oil
05 -
Minced garlic
→ Seasonings
06 -
Dried oregano
07 -
Ground cumin
08 -
Chili powder
→ Main Components
09 -
Heavy cream
10 -
Chicken thighs
11 -
Chicken stock
12 -
Canned diced tomatoes
→ Finishing
13 -
Fresh cilantro
14 -
Fresh lime juice
→ Tortilla Strips
15 -
Oil for frying
16 -
Corn tortillas
# Steps:
01 -
Heat up the oil and toss in the onion and peppers. Cook until soft, then add the garlic with the spices.
02 -
Pour in the tomatoes, stock, and chicken. Let it bubble away for about 20 minutes.
03 -
Take out the chicken and pull it apart into small pieces using forks.
04 -
Fry up the tortilla strips until crispy and golden brown. Use paper towels to soak up any oil.
05 -
Put the chicken back in the pot. Stir in the cream, lime juice, and cilantro.
# Notes:
01 -
Fry the tortilla strips while the soup cooks.
02 -
Serve warm and top with crispy strips.