MAX & ERMA'S CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP - SUE'S ORIGINAL CLONE

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In 2001 I attempted to duplicate Max & Erma's (well-known mid-west restaurant chain) chicken tortilla soup. It elicits favorable compliments every time that I serve it. Rather than prepare a time-consuming cream/milk base, I chose to use condensed soups. With the addition of the other ingredients, the end result is a tasty, spicy, flavorful southwestern soup.

Provided by Sue S.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 2h30m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans Campbell's condensed cream of celery soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans Campbell's cheddar cheese soup
2 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup picante salsa (Pace brand medium hot)
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can green chilies (Ortega brand)
1 medium onion, chopped
4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red new mexico chile powder (NOTE -- This is not the same as ordinary red chili powder. It can often be found in specialty foods)
salt and pepper, to your taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
4 cooked chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
10 flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1/2 lb colby cheese

Steps:

  • In a large (8-10 quart) stockpot combine and whisk together until smooth all eight cans of soup.
  • Add chicken broth. Add tomatoes, salsa, green chiles, onion, garlic, chile powder, salt and pepper. Bring all ingredients to a full boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add cilantro and chicken breast chunks. Simmer another hour.
  • While soup is simmering, make your soup toppings: Cut flour tortillas into small thin strips. Heat oil and deep fry tortilla strips until lightly browned. Shred cheese.
  • To serve: Ladle soup into bowls, top with shredded cheese and fried tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639, Fat 48.5, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 58.3, Sodium 1691.3, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 22

Advocate Jahangir Alam Sumonto
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I love that this soup is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


Rashed Hafizy
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


mavia hassan
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken tortilla soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Elizabeth Asumah
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This soup is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


Kml Bhandari
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I love the addition of avocado and cilantro to this soup. It really gives it a fresh and flavorful taste.


Jayden Owens
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Brandon Rollerson
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I love the smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers in this soup. It really gives it a unique and delicious taste.


Yamin Shaheb
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This is the perfect soup for a weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


pk Shikder
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I love that this soup is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


MUHAYA Tv online
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nazia Asif
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken tortilla soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Mustafa lucky
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This soup is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


delroy Taylor
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I love the addition of avocado and cilantro to this soup. It really gives it a fresh and flavorful taste.


Stacey White
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


ARZO BHATTI009
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my go-to chicken tortilla soup recipe.


John Erickson
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it really hits the spot.


Marisol DIVA
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in under an hour.


Henok Younas
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This is the best chicken tortilla soup I've ever had. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the chicken is tender and juicy.


Angela Mutasa
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it.


Lindsey Lou
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of chicken, tortilla, and vegetables.


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