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    Home » Recipes » Lunch and Dinner

    DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup Dinner

    This post is sponsored by Swanson®. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd!

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson
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    Whether you’re looking for something to make for a large group or for the kids tonight, even toddlers and picky eaters can create something they’ll love with this recipe!

    Easy DIY style dinners

    Start with Swanson® Chicken Broth and using my easy 5 step soup method you can serve up all sorts of DIY style meals that keep even the pickiest eaters happy! Or simply make a big batch and meal prep for yourself.

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    With soup base, proteins, vegetables and toppings served separately there’s no wrong way to do it. Plus when you only offer wholesome nutritious components you can rest assured that everyone is getting the vitamins and minerals they need – regardless of how they mix it up! 

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    While I chose to focus on Chicken Tortilla Soup today, you can enjoy a variety of different comforting, family favorite recipes using this cooking style and method. Pho, chicken noodle, wonton, thai coconut, and more!

    Whichever recipe you try, be sure to start with America’s #1 Broth that’s been trusted for over 70 years: Swanson® Chicken Broth.

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    5 Step Soup Method

    Once you know this easy method that breaks the steps, and ingredients, down into 5 simple steps you’ll be making all sorts of different creations with Swanson Chicken Broth. Some of my favorites are split pea, black bean sausage and kale soup, and vegetable soup.

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson
    1. Protein – Brown protein of your choice and set aside, leaving any rendered fat or browned bits behind. Ground meat, sausages, shellfish, bacon, chicken, pork, beef, meatballs, wontons, whatever!
    2. Aromatics – Add aromatics to warm and release flavor. Everything in the onion family (garlic, scallions, leeks, shallots, etc) and fresh and dried herbs and spices like ginger and thyme.  Also to build more flavor add finely chopped vegetables like carrot, celery and bell peppers.
    3. Liquids – Pour liquids in to release any flavor on the pan and create the soup base. Chicken, beef or vegetable stock, wine, coconut milk, beer, etc
    4. Filler – add the vegetables and starches that add substance to your soup according to cooking time. Then stir protein back in to finish. Beans, rice, lentils, noodles, peas, corn, spinach, carrots, celery, etc
    5. Garnish – Top however you desire and serve! Fresh herbs, fresh or crispy fried onions, hot sauce, sour cream, lemon and limes, etc

    Customize it!

    • Save time with precooked proteins like shredded rotisserie chicken, smoked salmon, deli meat, smoked sausages, etc.
    • For thicker chowders and stews add a bit of flour with the aromatics before pouring in the liquids
    • To make vegetable soup skip the protein all together and use butter or other fat instead in step one.
    • To serve DIY style for your family or for a crowd use the directions below to customize the method.

    How to Make Chicken Tortilla Soup with the 5 Step Soup Method

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson
    1. Protein – chicken breasts
    2. Aromatics – onions, garlic, chili powder and cumin
    3. Liquids – Swanson Chicken Broth and tomato sauce. note: authentic chicken tortilla soup gets rich flavor and color from a heavy amount of chili powder and spices. This version relies on both high quality broth and tomato puree or tomato sauce for a similar result in much less time.
    4. Filler – add browned chicken breasts back to broth and simmer until cooked through, then remove and shred when cool. Serve the shredded chicken on the side. And offer only raw vegetables and like shredded lettuce, avocado, radishes, diced tomatoes and scallions. And serve them on the side with the corn tortilla strips. Cooked rice and/or canned beans would also be great.
    5. Garnish – cilantro, lime, and scallions served separately.
    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    DIY Style Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup

    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    chicken, chicken breast, chicken recipe, chicken stock, corn tortillas, lime, soup, tortillas
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 320kcal
    Author: Tristin Rieken

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves 4-6 breast pieces
    • 3 tablespoons canola oil divided into 1 T and 2 T portions
    • 1 medium white onion chopped
    • 4 large garlic cloves minced
    • 3 tablespoons mild chili powder
    • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
    • 14 ounces canned tomato sauce about 1 ½ cups
    • 8 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth 2 32 ounce containers
    • 1 small lime juiced
    • 5 cups tortilla strips

    Optional:

    • Shredded lettuce
    • avocado
    • radish
    • cilantro
    • diced tomatoes
    • red onions
    • scallions

    Instructions

    • In a large saucepan or dutch oven over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon oil and heat until hot and shimmering.
    • Add chicken breasts and cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove chicken and reduce heat to medium.
    • Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, onion, garlic, chili powder and cumin. Cook until soft, about 3 minutes. 
    • Add tomato puree and cook while stirring, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn. Stir in chicken broth and add chicken breasts back to the liquid along with any accumulated juices. Bring to a simmer and cook until chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove chicken all allow to cool, then shred with two forks or cut into slices.
    • Add the juice of 1 lime to the broth and season to taste with salt and pepper. Then serve broth with chicken and tortilla strips (and any garnishes) on the side. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 575mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1145IU | Vitamin C: 8.7mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2.4mg
    Made this recipe? Please share!Mention @freshflavorful or tag #FreshFlavorfulLife
    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson

    Start with Swanson and make it yours! And if you do, please come back and let me know what you created. I love seeing how you’re using this 5 step soup method to make memorable recipes for your family.

    enjoy!

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    With the stock, protein, starch and toppings all offered separately this DIY Chicken Tortilla Soup was made for serving a crowd! Chicken tortilla soup | easy family dinner soup recipes | dinners for kids | how to make homemade soup #ad @Swanson
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    1. Heidy L. McCallum

      March 07, 2019 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      I LOVE Chicken Tortilla Soup and am always looking for new and improved DIY recipes using great ingredients that are fresh and tasty. Love that you used Swanson’s Chicken broth too!

      Reply
    2. Rae

      March 07, 2019 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      Chicken tortilla soup is one of my all-time favorite soup recipes. I will try your addition of radishes next time I make a pot.

      Reply
    3. Ilona

      March 07, 2019 at 10:48 am

      Who doesn’t like chicken tortilla soup? I cook it at my home all the time. Yummy!

      Reply
    4. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings

      March 07, 2019 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      Your photos are lovely. I enjoy using Swanson’s and often have a box in the fridge to use during the week. What a great idea to let the guests or kids add in their own toppings and additions!

      Reply
    5. Courtney

      March 07, 2019 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great idea! I love meals with DIY toppings! Also, your photos are gorgeous!

      Reply

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