Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Spicy dream base served with tortilla chips.
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Soup Base
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic and Peppers
Stir in the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and diced jalapeño. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers soften.
- 3
Incorporate Tomatoes and Spices
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 4
Simmer the Soup
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
Add Chicken and Cilantro
Stir in the shredded chicken and chopped cilantro, and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
Serving the Soup
- 6
- 7
Serve
Ladle the hot chicken tortilla soup into bowls and top each serving with diced avocado, shredded cheese, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with tortilla chips on the side.