Chicken Tortilla Soup
The weather here in St Louis has been like a yo-yo for the past few weeks. One day it’s in the high 60s to low 70s, and the next day it’s in the 90s – crazy! Fall is my favorite time of year when the leaves change their color from green to red, orange and yellow. I relish taking long drives, the scenery is breathtaking. Although the trees haven’t reached their peak yet, it’s coming – soon!
While we experienced one of those cooler fall-like days recently, I decided to make some soup. My family has a thing for Tortilla Soup so I thought I’d try this recipe from a Colorado restaurant called The Last Steep Bar & Grill in Crested Butte. It was so good we were all going back for seconds and some of us still had room for thirds.
This recipe serves 10-12 people, but since we were a much smaller group I halved the ingredients. If you’re a fan of Chicken Tortilla Soup this recipe won’t disappoint you. Although it has a number of ingredients it’s so quick to put together. Don’t be fooled by the Cholula sauce or Chipotle, it wasn’t too spicy at all – in fact, it was perfect! Next time I’ll add even more chicken and veggies, to make it even heartier. This tortilla soup tastes so authentic and is perfect for a crowd. I’ll be making it again, just as soon as the weather cools down.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ingredients:
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1/4 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 Tbsp. green chili, diced
- 2 Tbsp jarred roasted red peppers, diced
- 1 1/2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 quart (32 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 gallon (128 oz) chicken stock
- 1 gallon water mixed with 4 oz. chicken base
- 1/4 cilantro bunch, chopped
- 1/4 lime, juiced
- 2 Tbsp. Cholula sauce
- 1/8 cup corn (I used frozen)
- 1 Tbsp. chipotle powder
- 3 cups chicken, cooked and pulled (I used Roasted Chicken from the market)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups tortilla chips, plus extra for garnish
Directions:
- In a large pot with a small amount of oil, saute onions, peppers, chili, tomatoes, garlic and mushrooms. Add remaining ingredients, including tortilla chips. Boil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro, tortilla chips, sour cream and grated cheddar.
The Last Steep Bar and Grill p Crested Butte, Colorado
Hi, I’m Vicki Bensinger! I have been teaching culinary classes throughout Missouri since 1992. I offer personalized private culinary classes for individuals and small groups in the comfort of your home or organization.
Love soup season! Your chicken tortilla soup looks so warming and delicious, Vicki.
It is delicious! I hope you’ll try it.
I know what you mean about the weather Vicki, we’re having the same thing going on but this soups looks/sounds so good I think I’d just shut the doors, crank up the air and pretend it’s chilly outside so I can make it, yum!
It was so good I can’t wait to make it again. We’re traveling now but understand it’s chilly back home again. Maybe fall is here to stay and I can make a batch when we get home. Hope you’ll try it.
Chicken tortilla soup is one of those things I’ve been wanting to try for a long time now. Thanks for the “push”! 🙂 Have a great weekend!
I hope you’ll try it. It’s easy and delicious!
Yeah, the weather has been a bit variable, hasn’t it? But I’m in the mood for hearty fare, so that’s what we’ve been having. This soup looks terrific – tons of flavor. Good stuff – thanks.
Great flavor and easy. Definitely perfect for the chill that’s just set in on us.
The weather is so odd this year here too. It’s as if the monsoon is never ending. Today it was raining European cats and dogs weather and I would love your soup for dinner now!
I hope you’ll try it.
With the weather cooling now, I am totally craving a bowl of this. A little spicy, a little tangy, and filled with goodness.
It was so good and easy to prepare. I hope you’ll try it.
I adore tortilla soup, so I have pinned yours to try! It looks perfect.
I think your family will enjoy this. It’s the perfect balance of flavors.
I always love a pot of soup simmering on the stove once the weather turns cold. Sounds delicious!
It was delicious and smells great simmering on the stove. I hope you’ll try this.
I love chicken tortilla soup, but never had a chance to make it a home…thanks for the recipe Vicki…now that the weather will turn cold, this will be perfect.
Have a wonderful week my dear 😀
I think you’ll find this recipe to be easy and so full of flavor. It’s a new favorite at my house.
Tortilla soup is the perfect comfort food for cold weather! This looks delicious and one that I could definitely warm up to. Great recipe Vicki!
Thanks, I hope you’ll try it and enjoy it just as we have.
Oh love chicken tortilla soup! Looks warm and comforting 🙂
It is – please try it. Thank you for stopping by.
Mmm, can I come enjoy a big heaping bowl of this deliciousness with you??
You could next time I make a batch. I send you an email although You may have to fly over to get here.
Never tried a tortilla soup…that sounds pretty amazing.
It’s delicious. If you’ve never tried it you have to at least once. I think you’ll love it.