Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPrime 16Tortilla Chicken Soup Recipe

Tortilla Chicken Soup Recipe

Inspired by Prime 16
Time40m
Serves4

carrots – celery – avocado, onions, cilantro – lime – crispy tortilla strips

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Spices and Seasonings

Protein

Broth

Tortilla Strips

Method

Preparation of Tortilla Strips

  1. 1

    Fry Tortilla Strips

    Cut the corn tortillas into thin strips. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tortilla strips in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Soup Base

  1. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. 4

    Add Chicken

    Add the cooked chicken breast to the pot and heat through for about 5 minutes.

Finishing Touches

  1. 5

    Add Lime and Cilantro

    Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls, add diced avocado on top, and garnish with crispy tortilla strips before serving.

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