1. Meals & Recipe Center
  2. Soups, Stews and Chili
  3. Meat and Poultry
  4. Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

We prefer to fry our corn tortillas in butter as opposed to the tortilla strips mentioned in this recipe. In my opinion, nothing brings out the flavor of tortillas more than warming them in a skillet in some butter.

Recipe Nutrition Reviews
Cook Time
8 Serves
4.5
Reviews (78)
Cook Time
8 Serves
4.5
Reviews (78)

Ingredients

  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used
  • Frequently Used

Preparation

  • In a large saucepan, cook the onion and the garlic in the oil until the onion is softened.
  • Add the chilies, tomatoes with their juice, broth, lemon pepper, Worcestershire, chili powder, cumin, pepper sauce, chicken, and cilantro.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour with the water and whisk it to mix well.
  • Stir the flour mixture into the soup and bring it back to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the sour cream, salt, and pepper and garnish each portion with the tortilla strips.
  • Tortilla strips: Cut the tortillas into 1/4 inch strips and arrange them in one layer on a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Bake them at 400 for 10 minutes or until they are lightly toasted and crispy.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt, if desired.

Recipe from BigOven.com ®

Nutrition Facts:

Serving Size 1 Serving (784g)
Total Calories 222
Calories from Fat 68
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.6 mg
Saturated Fat 1.55 mg 8 %
Trans Fat 1.54 mg
Cholesterol 36.15 mg 11 %
Total Carbohydrate 19.46 mg 6 %
Dietary Fiber 2.28 mg 9 %
Protein 19.56 mg 28 %
Potassium 547.57 mg
Sugars 17.18 mg
* Percent Daily Value are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. NutritionData.com

Add a review

Reviews

Zoe

"I loved it. I did not consider it super spicy, but next I make it I will be adding black beans and maybe corn. I just didn't feel like it had enough in it."

Patrick

"the picture shows beans & they are not on the list to add to ingredient shopping list."

Mrsswill

"I added 2x the Cumin and chili powder, two cans of beans,a can of hominy, and a can of rotel and a fresh jalapeño instead of the green chilis and stewed tomatoes. I also subtracted the flour and the sour cream because I wanted more of a brothy soup than a creamy one. The addition of lemon pepper was surprising but effective. Great flavors all around!"

stephanie528

"Can anyone tell me if this is super spicy? Or does it just has a slight kick to it? Me and hubs love spicy, the kids will whine like no other."

AuntGin

"Highly recommend. Added fresh jalapeño."

aaronsmithg6l2n5

"I made 3 things in my new instant pot in one day. This was by far the best. I happened to have some chipotle chilies in adobo sauce left over from another recipe and threw those in. The soup is very flavorful and gives a nice warm full feeling even after just half a bowl. A great make-ahead lunch item for me."

mmcnam

"I made this in my Instant Pot. I sautéed everything in my cooker, added everything else and set on the Soup/Broth setting. It was AMAZING and only took an hour. I especially love that you don’t have to cook the chicken before adding it to the broth. I can’t help but think cooking the soup under pressure only enhanced the flavor... it was awesome!! I’m doubling the recipe next time so there’ll be some left over to freeze!"

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Dish In A Dash: Vegetarian Taco Bowl

Cheesy Beef Tostadas

Daniel Suarez's Two Handed Tacos

Culinary Tours Mexican Breakfast Tacos

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Double-Decker Tacos

Tillamook Breakfast Burrito

Full Circle Street Corn Dip

Black Bean Quesadillas

Filippo Berio 10-Minute Zesty Salsa

Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Peppers with Two Cheeses and Vegeta...

Gazpacho (cold Vegetable Soup)

Slow Cooker Carnitas (Pulled Pork)

Fresh and Chunky Guacamole

Authentic Spicy Guacamole

Awesome Vegetarian Chili

Chicken Tortilla Soup ala Steve

Seared steak fajitas

Beef and Bean Burritos

Related Products

  Apple, Honeycrisp, Fresh
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
.  
  Apple, Honeycrisp, Fresh per lb
per lb
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Top Pick Top Pick
Add to My Items
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Top Pick Top Pick
0
0
Fresh Oranges, Navel
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Fresh
Fresh Oranges, Navel 1 ea
1 ea
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Add to My Items
10 for 10 10 for 10
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
0
0
  Avocado
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
.  
  Avocado 1 ea
1 ea
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Top Pick Top Pick
Add to My Items
10 for 10 10 for 10
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Top Pick Top Pick
0
0
  Cabbage, Green, Fresh
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
.  
  Cabbage, Green, Fresh per lb
per lb
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Carb Aware Carb Aware
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Top Pick Top Pick
Add to My Items
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Carb Aware Carb Aware
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Top Pick Top Pick
0
0
  Onions, Vidalia
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
.  
  Onions, Vidalia 1 ea
1 ea
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Add to My Items
Coupon Available
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
0
0
  Tomatoes, Vine, Fresh
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
.  
  Tomatoes, Vine, Fresh per lb
per lb
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Top Pick Top Pick
Add to My Items
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Top Pick Top Pick
0
0
Farmer Focus Chicken, Party Wings
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Farmer Focus
Farmer Focus Chicken, Party Wings avg weight 1.25 lb 1 pack
1 pack
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Add to My Items
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
0
0
Farmer Focus Chicken, Breast, Thin-sliced 
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Farmer Focus
Farmer Focus Chicken, Breast, Thin-sliced  avg weight 1.25 lb 1 pack
1 pack
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Add to My Items
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
0
0
Dove Lavender Oil & Chamomile Relaxing Nourishing Body Wash, Relaxing, Lavender Oil & Chamomile
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Dove
Dove Lavender Oil & Chamomile Relaxing Nourishing Body Wash, Relaxing, Lavender Oil & Chamomile 20 fl oz
20 fl oz
 
Add to My Items
 
0
0
Dove Beauty Bars, Shea Butter And Vanilla Scent
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Dove
Dove Beauty Bars, Shea Butter And Vanilla Scent 6 ea
6 ea
 
Add to My Items
 
0
0
Axe Shower Gel + Shampoo Sport Blast
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Axe
Axe Shower Gel + Shampoo Sport Blast 16 oz
16 oz
 
Add to My Items
Coupon Available
 
0
0
Dove Body Wash, Deep Moisture
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Dove
Dove Body Wash, Deep Moisture 34 fl oz
34 fl oz
 
Add to My Items
 
0
0
Dove Body Wash, Sensitive Skin, Hypoallergenic
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Dove
Dove Body Wash, Sensitive Skin, Hypoallergenic 30.6 fl oz
30.6 fl oz
 
Add to My Items
 
0
0
Eight O'clock Coffee, Ground, Medium Roast, The Original, K-cup Pods, Value Pack, 32 Pack
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Eight O'clock
Eight O'clock Coffee, Ground, Medium Roast, The Original, K-cup Pods, Value Pack, 32 Pack 32 ea
32 ea
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Carb Aware Carb Aware
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Add to My Items
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Carb Aware Carb Aware
Gluten Free Gluten Free
0
0
Eight O'clock Coffee Coffee, Medium Roast, 100% Colombian Peaks, K-cup Pods, Value Pack
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Eight O'clock Coffee
Eight O'clock Coffee Coffee, Medium Roast, 100% Colombian Peaks, K-cup Pods, Value Pack 32 ea
32 ea
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Carb Aware Carb Aware
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Add to My Items
Dietitian's Pick Dietitian's Pick
Heart Healthy Heart Healthy
No Sugar Added No Sugar Added
SNAP Eligible SNAP Eligible
Low Sodium Low Sodium
Carb Aware Carb Aware
Gluten Free Gluten Free
0
0
Simply Done Clear Knives, Clear
Select a store
to see pricing.
See pricing
. Simply Done
Simply Done Clear Knives, Clear 24 ea
24 ea
 
Add to My Items
10 for 10 10 for 10
 
0
0