Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Cook the Bacon

   In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In the same pot, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeño. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Add Chicken

   Add the chicken breast to the pot with the sautéed vegetables and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until lightly browned.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, grilled corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

6. 6

   Shred Chicken

   Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.

7. 7

   Final Touches

   Stir in the lime juice, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste.

8. 8

   Serve

   Serve hot, topped with crispy bacon and tortilla chips.