Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Loco
Time1h
Serves4

Available in small and large sizes.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Chicken

Toppings

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.

  2. 2

    Add the Base Ingredients

    Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and corn kernels. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. 3

    Simmer the Soup

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Chicken Addition

  1. 4

    Incorporate the Chicken

    After simmering, stir in the shredded cooked chicken and let it heat through for an additional 5 minutes.

Serving

  1. 5

    Prepare the Toppings

    In individual bowls, place tortilla chips, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and shredded cheddar cheese.

  2. 6

    Serve the Soup

    Ladle the hot soup into bowls over the toppings. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup.

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