Creamy Tortilla Chicken (Printable Recipe Version)
A creamy one-pot chicken soup with spices, peppers, and crunchy tortillas. Quick, tasty, and filling.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Soup Base
01 -
Red bell pepper
02 -
Fresh poblano pepper
03 -
Diced onion
04 -
Minced garlic
05 -
Vegetable oil
→ Seasonings
06 -
Dried oregano
07 -
Ground cumin
08 -
Chili powder
→ Main Components
09 -
Heavy cream
10 -
Canned diced tomatoes
11 -
Chicken stock
12 -
Chicken thighs
→ Finishing
13 -
Fresh cilantro
14 -
Fresh lime juice
→ Tortilla Strips
15 -
Oil for frying
16 -
Corn tortillas
# Steps to Make It:
01 -
Heat oil, toss in onion and peppers, stir till soft, then mix in garlic and spices.
02 -
Add tomatoes, stock, and chicken. Let it bubble gently for 20 minutes.
03 -
Take chicken out and shred into small bites with two forks.
04 -
Toast tortilla strips in hot oil until crispy, then dry them on kitchen paper.
05 -
Pop shredded chicken back in. Stir in cream, cilantro, and lime juice.
# Extra Information:
01 -
Crispy tortilla strips can be made while the soup is cooking.
02 -
Serve warm and top each bowl with the strips.