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How To Make Chi-Chi’s Tortilla Soup Recipe
A warm and hearty soup made with tender chicken, seasoned broth, and crispy tortilla strips.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 (4 oz) can green chilies, chopped
- 8-10 corn tortillas, cut into strips
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
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Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add the garlic, cumin, and chili powder and cook for another minute.
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Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add the cooked chicken, corn, and green chilies. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
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While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 400°F. Spread the tortilla strips on a baking sheet and bake until crispy, about 10 minutes.
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Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
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Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the crispy tortilla strips, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories : 395kcal
- Total Fat : 21g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 30mg
- Sodium : 1465mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 40g
- Dietary Fiber : 8g
- Sugar : 8g
- Protein : 18g
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