I stand by the fact that soup season is all year round. Who’s with me?? Here’s the full recipe for a delicious and easy Chicken Tortilla Soup, perfect for any time of year.
1. In a soup pot, melt your butter and a touch of olive oil over medium low heat. Add in your onion and jalapeño. Season with a pinch of salt followed by your cumin, chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
2. Add in your garlic, stir, and cook for another 30 seconds.
3. Pour in your chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, rotel, salt, pepper, chicken bouillon, beans, corn, and shredded chicken. Stir to combine and taste for seasonings.
4. Add in your bay leaves, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
5. Once your soup is done simmering, add in your cilantro and lime juice. Stir and serve immediately.
6. Top with shredded cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and hot sauce (optional). Enjoy!
