Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup

Name: Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced; 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 1 can black beans, drained; 1 cup corn kernels; 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 6 corn tortillas, sliced; 2 tbsp lime juice

A robust chicken soup simmered with fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, black beans, and warm Southwestern spices. Tender shredded chicken and sliced corn tortillas build thick, rich flavor in every bowl.

40 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced
1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts
4 cups chicken broth
2 cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 can black beans, drained
1 cup corn kernels
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
6 corn tortillas, sliced
2 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 seeded, minced jalapeno pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
3

Stir in 2 tsp chili powder and 1 tsp ground cumin until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4

Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and 2 cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes, then submerge 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts.
5

Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until boneless chicken breasts reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
6

Remove boneless chicken breasts, shred using two forks, and return it to the pot.
7

Stir in 1 can drained black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 6 sliced corn tortillas, and 2 tbsp lime juice, simmering for 5 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup reach?

For Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup uses 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts.

Can I make Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup comes from 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced and 2 tsp chili powder. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeno, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How do I store and reheat Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup?

Refrigerate Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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