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max and erma's tortilla soup recipe

Max and Erma's Tortilla Soup Recipe

Warm up with Max and Erma's tortilla soup recipe. Packed with bold flavors and customizable toppings, this easy-to-follow guide is perfect for cozy meals. Discover the secret to creamy, spicy perfection today.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pieces fresh Roma tomatoes or canned fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 piece onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 piece fresh lime, juice
  • 1-2 pieces avocado, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., Monterey Jack or queso)
  • as needed amount tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
  • as needed amount fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • as needed amount sour cream (for garnish)
  • as needed amount cooking oil (for sautéing)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Two forks for shredding chicken
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Prep your ingredients: dice the onion, mince garlic, and chop tomatoes.
  2. Optional: Roast tomatoes in the oven at 400°F for 15 minutes for added flavor.
  3. In a pot, bring water to a boil and cook chicken until done, then shred with forks.
  4. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté diced onions until golden brown.
  5. Add minced garlic and spices (chili powder, cayenne, cumin, garlic powder) and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and add roasted or canned tomatoes; bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  8. Stir in shredded chicken and lime juice; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with avocado, cheese, crispy tortilla strips, cilantro, and sour cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This tortilla soup is great for cozy meal times, packed with flavor and customizable toppings. Enjoy!
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