Best 6 Fiesta Turkey Tortilla Soup Recipes

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Explore the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our Fiesta Turkey Tortilla Soup, a symphony of bold and zesty ingredients that will awaken your taste buds. This hearty and satisfying soup is packed with tender turkey, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth infused with a blend of Mexican spices. Served with a symphony of accompaniments, including crispy tortilla strips, creamy avocado slices, tangy salsa, and a dollop of sour cream, this soup promises an explosion of textures and a fiesta of flavors in every spoonful. With its ease of preparation and customizable spice level, this soup is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal or a festive gathering with friends and family. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Mexico with our Fiesta Turkey Tortilla Soup, where every bite is a celebration.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WEEKNIGHT TURKEY TORTILLA SOUP



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This is now my family's most requested soup-so much so that they will make sure I have leftover turkey. You can spice up this soup and make it more hearty by adding smoked sausage or andouille and some Cajun seasoning to taste. -Gail Lucas, Olive Branch, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
2 cups cubed cooked turkey
2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
Optional toppings: tortilla strips, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sliced avocado and lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, tomatoes, chiles and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Add turkey and corn; heat through. Stir in cilantro before serving. Serve with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 846mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

TURKEY TORTILLA SOUP



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Hold on to your roasted turkey leftovers -- including the bones to make stock -- and make this spicy Mexican-inspired soup the next day.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, minced
Kosher salt
4 cups homemade turkey stock or low-sodium chicken broth
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
2 cups corn tortilla chips, broken into bite-size pieces
1 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
2 cups shredded cooked turkey
Juice from 2 limes
1/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 small avocado, diced, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chili powder, garlic, onion, chipotle and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the turkey stock, tomatoes, 1/2 cup water and half the tortilla chips; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the soup has reduced slightly, about 25 minutes. Add the corn and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the turkey and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning with salt, if needed. Divide the soup among 4 bowls. Top with the cheese, cilantro, the remaining tortilla chips and avocado, if using.

TORTILLA SOUP



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Corn tortillas provide this soup with both its flavor and texture. It's a fast-growing favorite in the Southeast. I especially like this recipe because it can be made quickly and easily and it can serve as an appetizer or a main dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium tomato, quartered
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained
1 small onion, quartered
1 garlic clove
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
6 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/4 cup canola oil
Sour cream
Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes, onion and garlic in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a large saucepan. Add chicken broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. , Meanwhile, cut tortillas into 1/4-in. strips; fry in hot oil until crisp and brown. Drain on paper towels. Ladle soup into bowls; top with tortilla strips, sour cream and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 1018mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

FAST FIESTA SOUP



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"This spicy soup was served at a very elegant lunch, and the hostess was deluged with requests for the recipe," reports Patricia White of Monrovia, California. The colorful combination is a snap to throw together...just open the cans and heat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
Shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the tomatoes, corn and beans; heat through. Garnish serving with cheese and sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 576mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY TORTILLA SOUP



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What to do with all that leftover turkey?! Shred it up and put it into these delicious bowls of Turkey Tortilla Soup with the most delicious fried tortillas on top.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion, roughly chopped
3-4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, stem and seeds removed and roughly chopped
kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1 14-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes and green chiles
3 cups chicken stock
15 ounces black beans, drained
1 cup frozen corn
2 cups leftover Shredded Turkey
Shredded Cheese
Limes
Avocado
Cilantro
2 small Old El Paso™ Flour Tortilla, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the onion, garlic and jalapeno and sauté for until the onion is translucent and the jalapeno softens. Season with the salt, pepper, dried oregano, cumin and chipotle pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices toast. Add the fire roasted tomatoes and the turkey stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Using an immersion blender, blend the soup ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Add the black beans, corn and shredded turkey and let them come to temperature before serving.
  • Serve the soup into bowls and top with cheese, avocado, cilantro and crisp tortilla strips. Add extra lime juice if desired. Serve immediately.
  • To make the tortilla strips: In a small skillet, heat about 1/4 cup of vegetable oil over medium high heat. Once hot, add the Old El Paso™ tortilla strips in a single layer, frying quickly for about 30-45 seconds, flipping them once to ensure both sides get crisp. Remove the tortillas once crisp with a pair of tongs and transfer them to a paper towel lined plate to dry.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

TIM'S TURKEY TORTILLA SOUP



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An easy and delicious spicy soup made with ground turkey breast. Control the spice level by the picante sauce you use (we like medium). Also works well with ground pork.

Provided by JUSTINB

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Tortilla Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground turkey breast
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (20 ounce) jar picante sauce
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup crushed tortilla chips, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir turkey in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Transfer turkey to a 5-quart pot.
  • Mix broth, picante sauce, cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil into turkey; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot, and simmer until flavors blend, about 40 minutes. Transfer soup to serving bowls and top with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1233.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right kind of turkey: Ground turkey is the most commonly used type of turkey for tortilla soup, but you can also use leftover cooked turkey or rotisserie turkey. If you're using ground turkey, be sure to brown it well before adding it to the soup.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your tortilla soup, the more flavorful it will be. Some good options include onions, garlic, bell peppers, corn, black beans, and tomatoes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with spices: Tortilla soup is a great opportunity to experiment with different spices. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika.
  • Add some heat: If you like spicy food, you can add some heat to your tortilla soup with diced jalapeños or chili peppers.
  • Top it off with your favorite toppings: Tortilla soup is a great soup to top with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, avocado, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips.

Conclusion:

Tortilla soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its combination of flavorful vegetables, tender turkey, and a variety of spices, tortilla soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make soup, give tortilla soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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