BEST CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Chock-full of veggies and autumn color, this soup is ideal for using up fresh garden bounty. Add richness by first grilling the chicken and vegetables. -Kathy Averbeck, Dousman, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Brush the tomatoes, onion and garlic with 1 teaspoon oil. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until tender, turning once. Peel and discard charred skins from tomatoes; place tomatoes in a blender. Add onion and garlic; cover and process for 1-2 minutes or until smooth., Sprinkle chicken with lemon pepper and salt; broil for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Cut one tortilla into 1/4-in. strips; coarsely chop remaining tortilla. , In a large saucepan, heat remaining oil. Fry tortilla strips until crisp and browned; remove with a slotted spoon., In the same pan, cook the zucchini, carrot, cilantro, cumin, chili powder and chopped tortilla over medium heat for 4 minutes. Stir in the tomato mixture, broth, V8 juice, corn, tomato puree, jalapeno and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Cut chicken into strips and add to soup; heat through. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with the avocado, cheese and tortilla strips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
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brison williamson
w-brison@hotmail.comThis soup is the best! It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Julie Schmidt
j-s82@aol.comI love that this soup is customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Nancy Zuffrea
nancy.zuffrea@yahoo.comThis is my new favorite chicken tortilla soup recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make.
Jani Baloch
j61@yahoo.comI made this soup for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Shalini Kavindya
kavindya.s@aol.comThis soup is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook. I'm definitely going to be making it again.
monir jisan
monir_jisan100@yahoo.comI love that this soup is made with simple, affordable ingredients. It's a great way to save money without sacrificing flavor.
David Wright
w-d@aol.comThis soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.
md Akkas
m_a57@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of chicken tortilla soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Halima Eberahim
halimae13@gmail.comThis soup is delicious! I love the combination of flavors. It's definitely a new favorite.
Sabuj Das
sdas13@hotmail.frI've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for a party or potluck.
J0hnny Duett
j.d@yahoo.comThis soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that it's not too spicy, so my whole family can enjoy it.
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vjduragjy_fkfsghuf@yahoo.comI made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. It's definitely a keeper.
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hh73@hotmail.comThis chicken tortilla soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's the perfect meal for a cold winter day. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.