Chicken Tortilla Soup with Salsa Recipe

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Chicken Tortilla Soup with Salsa delivers easy-to-make preparations that are quite good, featuring fresh chicken and tortilla chips with vegetables for authentic freshness. This reliable recipe focuses on fresh ingredient quality while maintaining simple preparation methods that produce consistently satisfying results. The fresh components ensure optimal flavor and nutrition.

Closeup side view of a bowl of chicken tortilla soup garnished with tortilla chips, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped green onions

This tortilla soup recipe is easy to make and quite good. It features fresh chicken and tortilla chips with vegetables and makes for a delicious, warm soup. Try garnishing with cheese and a little sour cream.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

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  • ½ teaspoon olive oil

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes

  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth

  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 1 cup chunky salsa

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • 8 ounces corn tortilla chips

  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (Optional)

  • 1/2 cup sour cream (Optional)

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until browned, about 5 minutes. Mix in garlic and cumin. Add broth, corn, onion, salsa, lemon juice, and chili powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer soup for 20 to 30 minutes.

  2. Break up tortilla chips into individual bowls; ladle soup over chips. Top each with Monterey Jack cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

    closeup side view of a bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup garnished with tortilla chips, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped green onions

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

467 Calories
16g Fat
58g Carbs
27g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 467
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g20%
Saturated Fat 2g12%
Cholesterol 56mg19%
Sodium 1542mg67%
Total Carbohydrate 58g21%
Dietary Fiber 6g22%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 114mg9%
Iron 2mg13%
Potassium 665mg14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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