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Mexican Tortilla Soup

    Chicken Tortilla Soup
    Chicken Tortilla Soup
    GaddAbout Eating

    Tortilla Soup by GaddAbout Eating

    Tortilla Soup recipe can be made as a chicken tortilla soup (with chicken and chicken broth) or as a vegetarian version (eliminate chicken and replace with veggie broth). 
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings: 8 bowls

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Chicken Breasts chopped
    • 8 cups Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth)
    • 1 medium Zucchini chopped
    • 1 19 oz can Black Beans drained and rinsed
    • 1.5 cups Corn frozen or tinned
    • 1 tbsp cumin powder
    • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
    • 1/2 cup Salsa chunky (mild to hot, to taste)
    • Tortilla Chips
    • Cheese grated
    • Lime wedges, as garnish
    • Fresh Cilantro Leaves (optional)
    • Fresh Green Onion chopped

    Method
     

    1. Add chopped chicken and broth to a large saucepan. Bring to boil and reduce to medium heat.
    2. Add zucchini, black beans, corn, garlic, and cumin. Let simmer for 20 minutes. Add salsa and stir. Cover and reduce to low until serving.
    3. At serving, top bowl of soup with tortilla chips and grated cheese (optional). Serve with a wedge of lime.
    4. Suggested condiments for optional dressing of soup include: hot sauce, green onions and cilantro leaves.

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