Best Weeknight Turkey Tortilla Soup Recipes

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FIESTA TURKEY TORTILLA SOUP



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I'm always thankful when I can pull such a delicious soup together in under 30 minutes. -Amy McFadden, Chelsea, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
3 cups shredded cooked turkey or rotisserie chicken
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup medium salsa
5 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1/4-inch strips
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Additional salsa, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first five ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, spread tortilla strips in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° 4-6 minutes or until golden brown and crisp., Stir cilantro into soup. Top servings with tortilla strips. If desired, serve with additional salsa. Freeze Option: Reserving tortillas for later, freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Meanwhile, bake tortillas as directed and sprinkle over each serving. Serve with additional salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 1264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

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.

ZESTY TORTILLA SOUP



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Because my whole family likes Mexican food, we find this soup especially appealing. It has just the right amount of zip without being overwhelming. -Tammy Leiber, Navasota, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h5m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
10 corn tortillas (6 inches)
Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the next 13 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until beef is tender. , Tear tortillas into bite-size pieces; add to soup. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes; let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish individual servings with cheese, sour cream and onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

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