Sue's Tortilla Soup

Warm, zesty, and bursting with bold flavors, Sue's Tortilla Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that brings Tex-Mex flair to your table. This hearty soup features tender shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a fragrant medley of cumin and chili powder, all simmered to perfection in a savory chicken broth. Topped with crispy homemade tortilla strips, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkling of cilantro, this recipe is as delicious as it is customizable. Ready in just 45 minutes, Sue’s Tortilla Soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week ahead. Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, or a squeeze of lime for an irresistible finishing touch. Easy to make and brimming with vibrant ingredients, this crowd-pleasing soup is a must-try for lovers of Mexican-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 seeded and diced jalapeño
• 28 ounces, canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 4 sliced into thin strips corn tortillas
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 1 sliced for garnish avocado
• 0.25 cup, chopped for garnish cilantro
• 0.5 cups, for garnish shredded cheese
• 0.25 cups, optional for garnish sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the ground cumin and chili powder, cooking for 1 minute to bloom the spices.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Add the cooked shredded chicken, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

While the soup is simmering, heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Fry the tortilla strips in batches until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt if desired.

Step 8

Once the soup is done simmering, stir in the fresh lime juice.

Step 9

Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with crispy tortilla strips, avocado slices, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your comforting bowl of Sue's Tortilla Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1641.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2076.8

Total Fat 97.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.9g
Cholesterol 466.1mg	0%
Sodium 4073.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 181.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 865.0mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 3165.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 23.8%