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Chicken Tortilla Soup with Homemade Strips

A warm and spicy broth-based soup loaded with shredded chicken and black beans. Flavored with cumin, chili powder, and jalapeños for a gentle heat. Crunchy homemade corn tortilla strips add texture. Garnished with fresh avocado and lime for a cool, creamy contrast. A soul-warming bowl perfect for chilly nights.

Chicken Tortilla Soup with Homemade Strips
Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Rest
20 min
Servings
1
Calories
320 per serving
Temperature
Simmer
Difficulty
beginner
Cost
$12

Ingredients

  • 1.25 cup olive oil
  • 1 count medium onion
  • 3 count garlic cloves
  • 1 count jalapeno pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 20 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 32 oz chicken broth
  • 14 oz black beans
  • 14 oz corn
  • 0.5 cup cilantro
  • 1 count lime (juiced)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 8 count corn tortillas
  • 1 count large avocado

Steps

  1. 1Sauté onion, garlic, jalapeno.
  2. 2Add chicken, tomatoes, broth, beans, corn, spices.
  3. 3Simmer 25 mins.
  4. 4Shred chicken and return to pot.
  5. 5Add lime and cilantro.
  6. 6Fry tortilla strips.
  7. 7Serve with toppings.

Dinner