Indulge in the flavors of the American Southwest with our delectable Chicken Tortilla Soup, a hearty and comforting dish that embodies the culinary spirit of Claim Jumper restaurants. Served with a side of warm, crispy tortilla strips, this soup is a symphony of textures and tastes. Dive into a savory broth brimming with tender chicken, succulent corn, sweet carrots, zesty onions, and a blend of aromatic spices that dance on your palate. Top it off with a dollop of creamy avocado, tangy sour cream, and a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro, creating a delightful contrast that elevates the overall experience. Our curated collection of recipes also includes a vegetarian-friendly version of this classic soup, ensuring everyone can savor its comforting goodness.
Additional recipes featured in this article:
1. **Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup:** This timeless recipe captures the essence of the traditional chicken tortilla soup, featuring a rich broth, tender chicken, a medley of vegetables, and a symphony of Mexican spices.
2. **Vegetarian Tortilla Soup:** A delightful plant-based rendition of the classic, this vegetarian tortilla soup is brimming with flavorful vegetables, hearty beans, and a zesty broth, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal.
3. **Chicken Tortilla Soup with Avocado Cream:** Elevate your soup experience with this creamy and indulgent variation. Creamy avocado adds a velvety texture and richness to the savory broth, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.
4. **Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup:** Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this slow cooker version allows you to savor the comforting flavors of chicken tortilla soup without spending hours in the kitchen. Simply toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic.
5. **Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup:** Harness the power of your Instant Pot to create a quick and easy version of this classic soup. With just a few simple steps and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy a steaming bowl of chicken tortilla soup in no time.
Whether you prefer the classic chicken version, a vegetarian alternative, or a creamy avocado twist, our collection of recipes offers something for every palate.
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Simmer a recipe for spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup from Food Network that's loaded with fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, jalapenos and more.
Provided by Danny Boome
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan heat the vegetable oil. Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Once the onions have softened add the garlic and jalepenos and cook for another minute. Pour the chicken broth, tomatoes and beans into the pot and bring to a boil. Once at a boil lower heat to simmer and add your chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes. Once chicken is cooked remove from pot. When cool enough to handle shred it and set it aside. Add lime juice and fresh cilantro to the pot. In a serving bowl add a mound of shredded chicken. Ladle soup over chicken and top with a lime wedge, grilled tortilla strips, avocado slices and cheese.
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
This version of tortilla soup arises from a dish served at the Rose Garden restaurant in Anthony, Texas. We've streamlined the original recipe, using chicken legs as the base of the stock, pulling off the meat when it's tender, and adding couple of beef bones to give the broth extra depth. Laila Santana, whose mother, Dalila Garcia, owns the Rose Garden, told us the recipe lends itself to improvisation. That it does, so feel free to tweak it to your tastes.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, editors' pick, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the chicken, the beef bones if you're using them, 3 of the onion quarters and the garlic in a large pot. Add water just to cover (about 10 cups) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat so the liquid bubbles gently. Cook, skimming the foam off the surface every now and then, until the chicken is very tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, put the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot but not smoking, fry 2 of the tortillas (one at a time if necessary), turning once, until crisp and golden, 2 to 3 minutes per tortilla. Drain on paper towels. Cut the 4 remaining tortillas into strips, add them to the skillet and fry, stirring to separate them, until crisp and golden, another 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt while they're still warm.
- When the chicken is tender, transfer it to a plate or cutting board with tongs or a slotted spoon (or put it in the fridge or freezer so it cools faster). When it's cool enough to handle, shred the meat with your fingers, discarding the bones and the skin. (If you used beef, discard it or save it for another use.)
- While the chicken is cooling, strain the stock and discard the solids. Peel the remaining quarter of an onion and put it in a blender with the chipotle, 1/4 cup of the cilantro and a sprinkle of salt. Crumble in the two whole fried tortillas and add enough stock to fill the blender a little more than halfway. Purée until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- Pour the purée and remaining stock back into the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat so the mixture bubbles gently and cook for 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in the shredded chicken, taste and add more salt if necessary. Divide the avocados, the cheese and the remaining 1/4 cup cilantro among 4 to 6 bowls. Ladle the soup into the bowls and garnish with the fried tortilla strips. Serve immediately with lime wedges if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 766, UnsaturatedFat 38 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 58 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 815 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP (LIKE CLAIM JUMPERS)
Make and share this Chicken Tortilla Soup (like Claim Jumpers) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kim Boyle
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Saute onions in a large saucepan in oil until transparent.
- Add tomatoes and cook, stirring until tomatoes are softened.
- Cool and then puree in blender or food processor.
- Return to pan and add rest of ingredients, except tortilla strips and cheese.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
- Add tortilla strips and heat about ten minutes.
- Serve with additional tortilla chips and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.2, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 40.5, Sodium 757.3, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 13.5, Protein 19.2
THE BEST CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
I'm in love with this soup!! A very good friend of mine made this for me recently and I fell in love. I'm very picky about my Tortilla Soup and this by far the best ever. She makes hers in the crock pot and I have to agree, that it's easy and tastes just wonderful!! Whatever you do, DO NOT skip the garnishes! They are the icing on the cake! UPDATE April 2010: Obviously I've made this so many times I never even look at the recipe anymore! But I wanted to add some variations that I play around with that are great. Like many reviewers black beans and corn are great additions. Sometimes I add them to the leftovers (if there are any :-) so that is feels like something new the next day! I have also made it several times with shredded pork which turns it into a pork carnitas type of soup. If you like it on the spicy and smoke side buy a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and mince up one or two and add it. And lastly, a little swizzle of half and half or heavy cream just minutes before serving makes it a creamy tortilla soup that is wonderful and it is also a good way to tone down the heat if it got away from you...
Provided by Jill4man
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Throw everything except the garnishes in your crock pot and let it cook on high for 5-6 hours.
- Dress with garnishes and give it a squeeze of lime (a must:-) and you're good to go!
- Enjoy!
- If you are not using a crock pot, saute the garlic and onion in 2 tablespoons olive oil before adding the remaining ingredients.
- Simmer for at least an hour so that the flavors mix together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.1, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 72.3, Sodium 1729.4, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 31.7
Tips:
- Use a variety of chicken breasts and thighs for a more flavorful soup.
- Roast the chicken breasts and thighs before adding them to the soup for a richer flavor.
- Use a combination of fresh and canned tomatoes for a more complex flavor.
- Add a variety of seasonings, such as chili powder, cumin, and oregano, to taste.
- Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish the soup with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and tortilla chips before serving.
Conclusion:
This chicken tortilla soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The soup is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this chicken tortilla soup a try.
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