Quick and Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

🕒 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6-8
🔥 Description: This may not be authentic Mexican, but it’s quick, hot, and satisfying—a perfect dish for busy days or when you crave something hearty!

Ingredients

• 6-8 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (approx. 14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies
• 1 bag (approx. 8 oz) corn tortilla chips
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese
• Optional additions:
  • Sauteed onions
  • Green peppers
  • Chunks of tomatoes
  • Whole kernel corn
  • Additional green chilies

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 131.8
• Fat: 6.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.7g
• Cholesterol: 16.8mg
• Sodium: 957.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 12.4g
  • Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugar: 7.8g
• Protein: 7.8g

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the chicken for about 30 minutes, turning it over halfway through for even cooking.

2. Allow the chicken to cool, then dice it into bite-size pieces, or smaller if preferred.

3. In a large pot, combine the diced and cooked chicken, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and any optional additions like sauteed onions, green peppers, chunks of tomatoes, or corn. Heat through until the soup reaches your desired temperature.

4. Serve the soup hot, pouring it over slightly crushed corn tortilla chips in each bowl.

5. Garnish each serving with shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese according to taste.

6. Variations: Feel free to customize your soup with more green chilies for extra heat or any other ingredients that suit your taste preferences.

This easy chicken tortilla soup is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to whip up a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Enjoy its hearty flavors and comforting warmth!