Flavorful Chicken Tortilla Soup with Fresh Cilantro

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Flavorful Chicken Tortilla Soup with Fresh Cilantro warms up your senses with a vibrant Mexican dish that combines tender chicken, fresh cilantro, and a medley of spices for a satisfying meal. This non-vegetarian recipe is perfect for those seeking a hearty, comforting option without any specified allergens. The soup's rich flavor profile makes it versatile for any occasion, whether served as a main dish or paired with a side salad.

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Overview

This Zesty Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delightful blend of spices and fresh ingredients, perfect for a cozy meal. It's easy to prepare and makes for great leftovers, ensuring you enjoy its rich flavors even the next day.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 65 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 8 6 Inch corn tortillas, torn
• 1 Medium onion, minced
• 0.5 Cups fresh cilantro, minced
• 6 Cloves garlic, minced
• 29 Ounces diced tomatoes
• 6 Cups chicken broth
• 2 Tablespoons cumin, ground
• 1 Tablespoon chili powder
• 3 Whole bay leaves
• 1 Teaspoon salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon cayenne pepper, ground
• 5 Boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the torn corn tortillas, minced onion, fresh cilantro, and minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
2. Stir in the diced tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, and bay leaves; return to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to medium, add salt and cayenne pepper, and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Remove the bay leaves and stir in the shredded cooked chicken breast halves. Continue cooking until the chicken is heated through.
5. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired. Enjoy your zesty and flavorful chicken tortilla soup!

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup!