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Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla recipe is a Mexican Soup meal that takes 120 minutes to make. If you enjoy Mexican for Soup, you will like Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla!

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla Recipe
Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla

Here's a zesty version of chicken tortilla soup that's both easy and delicious. To make it better, homemade tortilla strips are used for the garnish, or even easier, use crumbled baked tortilla chips in place of the tortilla strips. Serve with lime wedges and extra peppers for taste.

What Course Is Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla?

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla is for Soup.


How Long Does Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla Recipe Take To Prepare?

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla takes 15 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla Recipe Take To Cook?

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla takes 120 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla Recipe Make?

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla makes 12 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla Recipe?

The ingredients for Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla are:

Soup:
1 rotisserie chicken (already cooked)
1 large onion, quartered & cut in half again
4 stalks celery, including leaves, cut into 1" chunks
2 large carrots, cut into 1" chunks
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tbsp ground pepper
4 jalapeno peppers, diced with seeds intact
1 large onion, diced
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 14-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
5 tbsp lime juice

Tortilla strips:
12 corn tortillas (use different colors/flavors), halved and thinly sliced
Canola or olive oil cooking spray

Toppings:
1 cup shredded low fat Cheddar cheese (sharp)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro


How Do I Make Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla?

Here is how you make Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla:

Soup:1. Pull the rotisserie chicken meat from the bone as soon as you get home. It's easier to separate while warm. Cover and refrigerate.2. Place the bones, skin and accumulated juices into a large soup pot or Dutch oven. Add onion, celery, carrot, salt and pepper. Add 6 cups of cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.3. Remove the chicken and vegetables and strain the stock into another pot. Discard the bones and vegetables. Skim any fat off the surface.4. Heat the stock over medium heat. Add peppers and onion and cook until the onion begins to soften, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the diced chicken, chicken broth, canned tomatoes and their juice. Bring to a boil.5. Add the cumin and lime juice, then reduce heat and simmer until the flavors meld together, about 30 - 45 minutes more. Tortilla strips:6. While soup is simmering, preheat oven to 400 degrees F.7. Spread tortilla strips in an even layer on a baking sheet and coat with cooking spray. Bake until browned and crispy, 12 to 15 minutes.Garnish each bowlful with some of the Cheddar cheese, baked tortilla strips, and cilantro. Serve with a lime wedge and some extra diced peppers on the side.Serving Size:?Makes 12 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each


What's The Nutritional Info For Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla?

The nutritional information for Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 12
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 189.9
  • Total Fat: 5.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 2.0 mg
  • Sodium: 872.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 20.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.3 g
  • Protein: 16.4 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla?

Soup, Zesty Chicken Tortilla is Mexican cuisine.


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