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Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe | Classic Mexican Recipe

01/14/2020 by Kelly Rowe Leave a Comment

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A delicious classic Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe that is pure comfort food simmered in a dutch oven.  Made with a rotisserie chicken, black beans, salsa, and other delicious ingredients — this recipe can come together in about 20 minutes.

As the winter weather has officially rolled in, soup is something I like to have in the rotation.  However, I live with a soup party pooper.  In other words, my husband doesn’t care much for soups.  So, I have to make it in small batches or share.  Haha.

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I remember when I was single I would take the instant packets to work.  The soup mixes you’d add water to.  It’s been a very long time since I’ve bought one of those.  No judgment here if you do buy them, it just shows how far I’ve come in the kitchen since getting married.  

Side note:  Complete transparency.  I still do buy canned soups.  Progresso soups are a great option for lunches and, well, Campbell’s Tomato Soup is a staple for winter.  A must-have for pairing with grilled cheese sandwiches, right? 

Anywho, one of the many things I love about soup is all of the options. From chicken to vegetable to creamy to brothy and many more. So many options and so little time. 

One of my favorite soups is Lentil Soup.  Despite that, I only seem to make it on New Year’s Eve.  Silly me (insert facepalm).

Do you like soup?  What is your favorite?  

Bowl of Soup

What is chicken tortilla soup made of?

Chicken tortilla soup is typically made with a chicken or tomato base. Additional ingredients include (but are not limited to) salsa, black beans, and peppers. Other ingredients might include oregano, cilantro, jalapenos, etc.  After preparation, top with crushed tortilla chips, sour cream and/or whatever you’d like to add.

How can I thicken soup?

To thicken soup (or gravy), I use cornstarch.  Go with a one to one ratio of cornstarch (or flour) and water.  Stir 1 to 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1 to 2 tablespoons of cold water, until smooth and pasty.  Whisk the mixture into your soup.

Chicken Tortilla Soup with Tortilla Chips

Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

  • rotisserie chicken
  • water
  • salsa
  • chicken broth
  • roasted peppers
  • oregano
  1. In a pan or dutch oven, combine ingredients.
  2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Serve.

Spoonful of Chicken Tortilla SoupOther soup recipes to consider making:
BlackBean Soup
Taco Soup
Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
Easy Homemade Tomato Soup

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

A classic Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup that is pure comfort food simmered in a dutch oven.  Made with a rotisserie chicken, black beans, salsa, and other delicious ingredients -- this recipe can come together in 20 minutes.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword soup, taco soup, tortilla soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 217kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 15.5-16 oz jar black bean and corn salsa
  • 1 14.5 oz can reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 12 oz package frozen fire-roasted tricolor peppers*
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • tortilla chips, crushed
  • sour cream, optional

Instructions

  • In a 4-qt. Dutch oven, combine the first six ingredients (through Oregano).
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally
  • If desired, top each serving with tortilla chips and sour cream.

Notes

*If you can't find frozen fire-roasted peppers, substitute one 14.4 oz package of frozen pepper stir-fry vegetables (green, red, and yellow sweet peppers and onion).  Another option making your own roasted peppers.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 737mg | Fiber: 6g

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A DIY fanatic, Kelly shares her journey through her blog, Live Laugh Rowe, where she showcases her recipes, tutorials, crafts, home projects, and all things DIY. This East Coast Girl at heart believes family is number one as she finds the perfect balance of being a daughter, wife, sister, entrepreneur, writer and woman of God. Be sure to follow along as she shares her passion for life, love and family! Google+

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