Chuy’S Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Chuy's Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth topped with crispy tortilla strips and creamy avocado. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or to impress your guests at a dinner party.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutesIngredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn kernels, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 lime, juiced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Tortilla strips or chips
Instructions: How to Cook Chuy'S Chicken Tortilla Soup
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and tortilla strips.
