Seeking a hearty and flavorful meal that combines the zesty flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of canned goods? Look no further than this collection of six delectable chicken tortilla soup recipes, each featuring the humble six-can foundation of diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, tomato soup, chili peppers, and chicken broth. These recipes offer a range of taste profiles, from the classic and comforting to the uniquely creative, ensuring there's a soup for every palate. Dive into the classic chicken tortilla soup, a beloved staple that delivers a harmonious blend of savory chicken, tender vegetables, and a rich broth. For those who crave a touch of heat, the spicy chicken tortilla soup cranks up the flavor with the addition of spicy chili peppers and tantalizing spices. If you're looking for a vegetarian twist, the vegetarian chicken tortilla soup swaps out the chicken for protein-packed black beans, while the creamy chicken tortilla soup adds a luscious and velvety twist with the incorporation of cream cheese and sour cream. Those seeking a low-carb option will find solace in the keto chicken tortilla soup, which artfully balances flavor and health consciousness. And for a unique take on this classic dish, the chicken tortilla soup with cornbread crust takes the soup experience to new heights with a crispy and flavorful cornbread topping. No matter your taste preferences, this collection of six chicken tortilla soup recipes guarantees a satisfying and delicious culinary journey.
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5 OR 6 CAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
I say 5 or 6 can because you can use canned chicken (which would make it a 6 can meal, but "real" chicken is so much better!)
Provided by Staci Ojeda
Categories Chicken Soups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Open the cans of corn, chicken broth, chunk chicken, black beans, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Pour everything into a large saucepan or stock pot. Simmer over medium heat until chicken is heated through.
- 2. This can be done in a slow cooker as well, but it's almost not necessary when it can be complete from start to finish in less than 30 minutes (unless you're like me and prefer to NOT use the canned chicken).
- 3. We serve ours with a dollop of sour cream, shredded Mexican cheese and tortilla chips.
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 I
This chicken tortilla soup is quick to make, flavorful, and filling! Serve with warm corn bread or tortillas. This also freezes well. Garnish with chopped fresh avocado, Monterey Jack cheese, crushed tortilla chips, or green onion!
Provided by Star Pooley
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a medium stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic in oil until soft. Stir in chili powder, oregano, tomatoes, broth, and water. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in corn, hominy, chiles, beans, cilantro, and chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Ladle soup into individual serving bowls, and top with crushed tortilla chips, avocado slices, cheese, and chopped green onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 943.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP II
Easy to make ahead and makes great leftovers too!
Provided by Trey
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large stock pot heat oil. Add tortillas, garlic, cilantro and onion. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add cumin, chili powder, bay leaves and chicken stock. Return to a boil, reduce heat to medium and add salt and cayenne. Simmer for 30 minutes remove bay leaves and stir in chicken. Heat through and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 796.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
SIX-CAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP II
Tom loves chicken tortilla soup. It's a soup that is served over tortilla chips. Pretty good! This is the easiest one I've found and no one has ever noticed the differece... just open six cans, dump it in a pot, heat it up and voila. Dinner!
Provided by CandyTX
Categories Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Open all of the the cans.
- Pour everything into a large saucepan or stock pot.
- Simmer over medium heat until chicken is heated through.
- Serve over tortilla chips in a bowl.
SIX CAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
I got this off another site but I've made it many times and it is SO versatile. Muy facil y bueno! (Very easy and good:)!! No its not authentic but who cares?
Provided by Ang11002
Categories Clear Soup
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Open the cans of corn, chicken broth, chunk chicken, black beans, and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- DO NOT DRAIN!
- Add rice and garlic to this as well.
- Pour everything into a large saucepan or stock pot.
- Cover!
- Simmer over medium heat until chicken is heated through& rice is cooked.
- (5 minutes for instant rice).
6 CAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Awesome, must try food.
Provided by Julie A
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir black beans, chicken broth, corn, chicken chunks, cream of chicken soup, and diced tomatoes with green chile peppers together in a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1573 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
SEVEN CAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP RECIPE
This Seven Can Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe is easy and full of flavor. It comes together in minutes!
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add all ingredients into a large stock pot.
- Bring to a boil, then let simmer on low for 30 minutes. You can also cook this in your slow cooker for 2-3 hours.
- Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocados and tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 1194 mg, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP II
I'm getting tired of seeing the so-called tortilla soup recipes running around that are nothing but a glorified chicken soup with tortillas added. Here's the real McCoy. Similar to the recipe at Houston's restaurant (modified, of course, to suit my tastes) For a beef version check out my recipe #261711.
Provided by Eddie Shipman
Categories Clear Soup
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Saute carrots, onions, celery in corn oil, garlic, salt and pepper until tender.
- Add chicken broth and bring to boil.
- Add tomatoes, Rotel, taco seasoning, and chicken.
- Cut Tortillas into small pieces and add to broth mixture.
- Let boil for 45 minutes or until tortillas are thoroughly incorporated into soup stirring occasionally to keep from sticking.
- Reduce heat and add 8 oz. cheese. Simmer for additional 10 minutes.
- Add milk and simmer for additional 10 minutes.
- If thicker soup is desired, add more diced tortillas and let incorporate into soup.
- Garnish with shredded cheese and broken tortilla chips.
- Substitutions: 1 cup Masa Harina (Masa Flour) for 1 10 ct. package of corn tortillas.
- Mix masa with 1 cup cold water, then add masa flour mix into soup. If thicker soup is desired, add more masa/water mix.
- If you don't want to use the seasoning packet, substitute 1/2 teaspoons cumin + 1 tsp, chili powder.
- You can also use grilled chicken fajita meat for poached diced chicken.
- NOTE: If you use FLOUR tortillas, as some people have, you WILL end up with a "TORTILLA MESS", this recipe is for CORN tortillas. Don't go blaming me and giving me a bad review because you used the wrong stuff.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 74.2, Sodium 1569, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.8, Protein 26.8
Tips:
- Use a variety of canned beans. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans.
- Don't be afraid to add some spice. Chili powder, cumin, and paprika are all great ways to add some heat to your soup. You can also add a jalapeno or two for an extra kick.
- Top your soup with your favorite toppings. Shredded cheese, diced avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips are all great options.
- Make a big batch of soup and freeze it for later. This is a great way to have a healthy and delicious meal on hand whenever you need it.
Conclusion:
Six-can chicken tortilla soup is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a pot of soup that is sure to please the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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