🍲 Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup

Here’s a flavorful and Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup — a zesty, soul-warming dish loaded with shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, and smoky spices, topped with crispy tortilla strips and your favorite garnishes!

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🍲 Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: ~45 minutes
Servings: 6

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📝 Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 (14 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1–2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles (optional)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Optional toppings:

• Crispy tortilla strips or chips
• Avocado, diced
• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Lime wedges

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, and paprika; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add fire-roasted tomatoes, green chiles (if using), and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
3. Add chicken breasts and reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return to the pot. Stir in lime juice, cilantro, and season to taste.
5. Serve hot, topped with tortilla strips, avocado, and other desired toppings.

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✅ Tips:

• For even more depth, toast your spices before adding the liquid.
• Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
• Want it spicier? Add a diced jalapeño with the onions.

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🧊 Storage:

• Fridge: Store leftovers for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months (leave toppings off until serving).