Chicken Tortilla Soup (bowl) Recipe
Make Chicken Tortilla Soup (bowl) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Proteins
Vegetables
Liquids
Spices
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a boil. Add the chicken breast and simmer until fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes). Remove chicken, let cool, then shred it.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In the same pot, add a splash of oil if needed. Sauté the diced onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño over medium heat until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- 3
Add Remaining Ingredients
Add the shredded chicken back into the pot along with the corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- 4
Simmer the Soup
Pour in the remaining chicken broth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serving
- 5
Prepare the Bowls
Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each bowl with tortilla chips, diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- 6
Garnish with Cilantro and Lime
Finish by garnishing with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for added freshness.
