Tortilla Chicken Soup Recipe
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
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 4
Add Chicken
Add the cooked chicken breast to the pot and heat through for about 5 minutes.