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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Easy ยท 40 min

Serves 6MexicanDairy-freeNut-free
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Shredded chicken in a tomato-chile broth with crispy tortilla strips and avocado. Layers of texture and heat.

40 minTotal time
6Serves
3Steps
MexicanCuisine
IngredientsMethodTips

Ingredients

Serves
6

Main

Method

  1. Finish

    Poach chicken

    Simmer chicken in stock with onion and garlic until cooked, 25 minutes. Shred meat.

    Why: Poaching keeps chicken moist for shredding.

    Cook from here
  2. Finish

    Build soup

    Add tomatoes and chipotle to stock. Simmer 15 minutes.

    Why: Chipotle adds smoky depth.

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  3. Serve

    Serve

    Ladle soup into bowls. Top with tortilla strips, avocado, coriander and lime.

    Why: Toppings add crunch and freshness.

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Chef's tip

Bake tortilla strips at 200ยฐC instead of frying for a lighter crunch.

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