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tortilla soup

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Private Recipe by
Russ Myers
Necedah, WI

This is also a great crock pot recipe. When it is done, add chunks of avocado and the tortilla strips. Tortilla soup was first invented by the Mesoamerican people in central Mexico, some 2500 years ago.

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yield 6 to 8 Servings
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For tortilla soup

  • 10
    corn tortillas, cut into very thin strips
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 12 oz
    skinless, boneless chicken, cubed
  • 1 c
    chopped onions
  • 3 c
    chopped idaho potatoes* (about 3 8-oz. potatoes)
  • 6 c
    (48 ounce) chicken broth
  • 1 can
    mexican corn
  • 1 pkg
    taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can
    (4.5 ounce) chopped mild green chilies
  • 1/4 c
    chopped cilantro or parsley
  • 1
    lime, cut into 6 wedges

How To Make tortilla soup

  • 1
    In a heavy stockpot, heat 1/4 inch of oil until very hot. Working in batches, fry tortilla strips until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • 2
    Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the oil. Fry the chicken on high for about 5 minutes or until it begins to brown. Add the onions and cook another 5 minutes or until brown. Add potatoes and broth; bring to boiling and simmer, covered for 10 minutes.
  • 3
    Add corn, seasoning mix, chilies and cilantro or parsley. Return mixture to boiling and simmer another 5 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • 4
    Divide tortilla strips among soup bowls. Ladle soup on top of strips, and squeeze a lime wedge on top of each portion.
  • 5
    *Note: Potatoes may be peeled, if desired.
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