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How To Make a Chicken Tortilla Soup From Scratch

Chicken tortilla soup is a popular Mexican-inspired recipe made with chicken and crispy tortilla chips. It has a tomato-based broth seasoned with chili peppers and various herbs, giving it a flavorful and slightly spicy taste.

One of the main features of chicken tortilla soup is the addition of crispy tortilla strips that are either added directly to the soup or served on the side for dipping and garnishing. The chips add a delightful crunch and texture to the soup.

The tortilla soup with chicken is often served with garnishes such as cheese, avocado slices, fresh cilantro, sour cream, and lime juice, enhancing its taste and presentation.

Cooking The Chicken

Place the 2 small chicken breasts, 2 carrots, 1 large onion, 2 bay leaves, 2 garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon salt in a large stock pot. Pour enough water to cover the ingredients by 2 inches.

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer the chicken for 30-40 minutes or until it is fully cooked and no longer pink inside.

Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the pot with a slotted spoon and place it on a plate. Allow chicken to cool down; shred it with your hands or use two forks and reserve for serving. Strain the chicken stock and set aside.

Place the 3 ripe tomatoes cut into chunks, 2 chipotle chili peppers, 2 peeled garlic cloves, and 1 small onion cut into chunks in a blender. Add spices such as cumin powder and oregano according to your taste.

Preparing The Flavorful Tomato-Base Broth

Pour 1 ½ cups of the chicken stock you reserved before and blend until you have a smooth sauce. Strain the sauce into a bowl to remove any remaining solid bits.

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