Hearty Fall Chicken Tortilla Soup Delight
Savor the rich flavors of autumn with this Hearty Fall Chicken Tortilla Soup Delight, a beloved recipe inspired by the Houston Junior League's 'Stop and Smell the Rosemary'. This delicious and comforting soup combines the flavors of tender chicken, aromatic spices, and crunchy tortilla strips, creating a delightful dish perfect for cooler weather. Whether enjoyed with family or friends, this soup is sure to warm hearts and satisfy taste buds.
6-8 servings
Servings
400
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
canola oil
6 tablespoons (none)
corn tortillas
8 (chopped)
garlic cloves
6 (minced)
cilantro
1/2 cup (chopped)
onion
1 medium (chopped)
diced tomatoes
28 ounces (canned)
ground cumin
2 tablespoons (none)
chili powder
1 tablespoon (none)
bay leaves
3 (none)
chicken stock
6 cups (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon (none)
cooked chicken breast halves
4 large (shredded)
Monterey Jack cheese
to taste (shredded)
avocado
to taste (diced)
sour cream
optional (none)
corn tortillas
2 (sliced and fried crisp)
Instructions
1
In a Dutch oven, heat the canola oil over medium heat until shimmering.
2
Add the chopped tortillas, minced garlic, cilantro, and chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the tortillas begin to slightly brown and the onions become translucent.
3
Stir in the diced tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil.
4
Mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, and bay leaves, gently combining all the ingredients.
5
Pour in the chicken stock and bring it back to a boil, stirring occasionally.
6
Lower the heat and add salt and cayenne pepper; let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to blend the flavors.
7
Carefully remove the bay leaves and stir in the shredded chicken, heating through for about 5 minutes.
8
Serve the soup hot, garnished with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, diced avocado, and optional toppings like sour cream and crispy tortilla strips.
Nutrition Information
18g
Fat
32g
Carbs
27g
Protein
5g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Fall Chicken Tortilla Soup Delight?
It is a comforting soup combining tender chicken, aromatic spices, and crunchy tortilla strips, inspired by the Houston Junior League's 'Stop and Smell the Rosemary'.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe makes approximately 6 to 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
What makes this soup a fall recipe?
It is described as a comforting dish with rich flavors of autumn, perfect for warming up during cooler weather.
What type of oil is used to sauté the base?
The recipe calls for 6 tablespoons of canola oil.
How are the tortillas used in the soup base?
Eight corn tortillas are chopped and sautéed with garlic, cilantro, and onion until slightly brown.
How many garlic cloves are in this recipe?
The recipe requires 6 minced garlic cloves.
What kind of tomatoes should I use?
You should use 28 ounces of canned diced tomatoes.
Which spices provide the signature flavor?
The soup is seasoned with 2 tablespoons of ground cumin, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, and 3 bay leaves.
How much chicken stock is needed?
The recipe requires 6 cups of chicken stock.
How long should the soup simmer?
After bringing the mixture to a boil, the soup should simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to blend the flavors.
When is the chicken added to the pot?
Shredded chicken is added after the 30-minute simmer and heated through for about 5 minutes.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 27 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat does this soup contain per serving?
Each serving contains 18 grams of fat.
What are the carbohydrate and fiber counts?
Each serving has 32 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber.
Is the soup spicy?
It contains 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and 1 tablespoon of chili powder, giving it a moderate heat level.
What should I do with the bay leaves?
Carefully remove the 3 bay leaves after the simmering process and before adding the shredded chicken.
What type of chicken is recommended?
The recipe calls for 4 large cooked chicken breast halves, shredded.
What are the recommended garnishes?
Recommended garnishes include shredded Monterey Jack cheese, diced avocado, sour cream, and crispy tortilla strips.
How do I prepare the tortilla strips for the garnish?
Slice 2 corn tortillas and fry them until they are crisp.
How much cilantro is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro.
What is the preparation for the onion?
One medium onion should be chopped before being sautéed with the tortillas and garlic.
Is there sugar in this soup?
Yes, there are 4 grams of sugar per serving.
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of salt.
What is the total number of ingredients listed?
There are 17 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Is sour cream required?
No, sour cream is listed as an optional topping.
What cheese is best for this soup?
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese is recommended to garnish the soup to taste.
Do I simmer the soup covered or uncovered?
The instructions specify letting the soup simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
The first step is to heat the canola oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.
What is the source inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the Houston Junior League's 'Stop and Smell the Rosemary'.