Trisha's Chicken Tortilla Soup
This hearty chicken tortilla soup features a rich, creamy base thickened with a roux and cream of chicken soup. It's loaded with shredded chicken, two types of beans, corn, and salsa, seasoned with cumin and fajita seasoning. Simmered to perfection, it's served over crunchy tortilla chips and finished with grated cheese and a dollop of sour cream, making it a comforting and flavorful meal.
Equipment
- 1 Large stockpot or Dutch oven
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Ladle
- 1 Chef's knife For chopping onion and garlic
- 1 Grater For cheese
Ingredients
Main
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Three 14-ounce cans chicken broth
- 4 cups half-and-half
- One 10.75-ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup prepared salsa mild or spicy
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, boiled, drained and shredded
- One 16-ounce bag tortilla chips
- 8 ounces Monterey Jack grated
- 8 ounces sharp Cheddar grated
- One 15-ounce can black beans drained
- One 15-ounce can kidney beans drained
- One 15-ounce can whole kernel corn drained
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- One 1.27-ounce packet fajita seasoning
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and the onion and saute until softened, 5 minutes. Add the flour and stir well, cooking for 1 minute more. Add the broth and the half-and-half. Stir in the cream of chicken soup, salsa, chicken, beans, corn, cumin and fajita seasoning. Continue to simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Crumble the tortilla chips into individual bowls and top with a ladle of soup. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and add a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
To elevate the soup, consider poaching or roasting the chicken breasts with aromatics instead of just boiling; this adds significantly more flavor. When incorporating the flour and liquids, whisk continuously to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, creamy base. Adjust seasoning, especially salt and cumin, to taste before serving. For enhanced freshness and texture, offer toppings like diced avocado, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice. If desired, lightly toast the crumbled tortilla chips in the oven for extra crunch before serving.