Best Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup image

The spices really liven up this filling chicken tortilla soup. I often double the recipe, freezing leftovers for future dinners or quick lunches. -Anne Smithson, Cary, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 carton (32 ounces) plus 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups frozen corn, thawed
Crushed tortilla chips and reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 12 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add corn; cook 10 minutes longer. Top with tortilla chips and cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup image

Tried and true, this has become my favorite soup! Add green chiles, garlic or sub black beans for variety. From the September 2004 issue of Real Simple magazine.

Provided by theMurrays

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) jar salsa verde
3 cups cooked chicken pieces (1 small deli-counter rotisserie chicken)
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Empty the salsa into a large saucepan.
  • Cook 2 minutes over medium-high heat, then add the chicken, beans, broth, and cumin (if desired).
  • Bring to a boil, lower heat to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Top each bowl with a sprinkling of onions, a dollop of sour cream, and some tortilla chips (if desired).
  • (For a soupier dish, use 4 cups of broth).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.9, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 1087.2, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 2.4, Protein 16.1

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup image

Spicy Tomato chicken tortilla soup

Provided by Denise Miles

Categories     Other Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless-cut into bite sized pieces
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion,chopped
3 Tbsp garlic,minced
2 can(s) diced italian style w/garlic,basil,oregano-undrained
1 can(s) corn kernels,drained
1 can(s) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 Tbsp of a taco packet
1 can(s) 4 oz. mild green chilies,undrained
4 c chicken stock
2 can(s) water,use one of the tomato cans
tortilla chips
sour cream-opt.
chopped green onion-opt.
sliced avacado-opt.

Steps:

  • 1. In a Dutch Oven or Stockpot, add 2 T. Olive Oil. Heat on Med. High Heat. Add Onion and Garlic. Stir until onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  • 2. Add chicken to Pot and Cook chicken until no longer pink.Add in Corn, Black Beans, tomatoes,green chilies,chicken stock,2 cans water and taco seasoning. Stir thoroughly. Bring to a boil. To each bowl of Soup,crumble tortilla chips,then add a dollop of sour Cream and green onions. Serve and Enjoy!

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup image

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
2 cups Onion - chopped
2 teaspoons Garlic - minced or chopped
scant 1/2 teaspoon Ground Chipotle
4 cups Tomatoes - chopped (approx. 2 #)
2 tablespoons Cilantro
6 cups Chicken Stock
1/2 cup Tomato Paste
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 teaspoons Sea Salt
2 tablespoons Lime Juice
4 Chicken - boneless, skinless
3 cups Tortilla Chips
1/2 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
1/4 cups Sour Cream

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil and saute garlic and onion until soft.
  • 2. Add chipotle, and tomatoes and saute for 5 minutes over medium heat. Add cilantro, chicken stock, tomato paste, sea salt and pepper.
  • 3. Bring to a boil, reduce and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from stove.
  • 4. Add fresh lime juice. Let cool and puree in blender.
  • 5. Cook chicken (grill or poached) and slice. Pour puree in sauce pot, add chicken and bring to a boil.
  • 6. Ladle in soup bowls and top each with crushed tortilla chips, grated cheddar cheese, and sour cream.
  • 7. Garnish with sliced avocado if desired.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #north-american     #soups-stews     #beans     #poultry     #american     #southwestern-united-states     #easy     #beginner-cook     #chicken     #dietary     #inexpensive     #meat     #presentation     #served-hot

Related Topics