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Tortilla Soup

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A warm, flavorful Mexican-style tortilla soup made with tomatoes, broth, shredded chicken, spices, and topped with crispy tortilla strips.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying tortilla strips)
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and jalapeño, and sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute.
  3. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Rotel, shredded chicken, and corn. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Simmer for 20 minutes to blend flavors. Add lime juice and cilantro, then season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla strips until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve soup hot, topped with tortilla strips and optional toppings like avocado, cheese, or sour cream.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, leave the seeds in the jalapeño or add extra chili powder.
  • You can bake the tortilla strips instead of frying for a lighter option.
  • Vegetable broth and beans can be substituted for a vegetarian version.

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