Tortilla Soup

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Servings: 10 to 12 servings
Difficulty: Easy

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2 1/2 pounds split chicken breasts
3 quarts water
3 ribs celery, chopped
1 large yellow onion, quartered
1/4 cup butter
1 sweet onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 (28-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 corn tortillas, cut into thin strips
Sour cream, cilantro (optional)

Directions

In a large Dutch oven, combine chicken breast, water, celery, and yellow onion. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat, and simmer 45 minutes, or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from broth; reserve broth. Let chicken cool slightly; skin and bone chicken. Shred chicken, and set aside. Strain broth, discarding vegetables, set aside.

In Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat; add sweet onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, and garlic. Cook 6 to 7 minutes, or until tender. Stir in flour, and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add tomatoes, 10 cups reserved chicken broth, shredded chicken, cilantro, cumin, salt, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in lime juice.

In a small skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla strips, in batches, until crispy; drain on paper towels.

Ladle soup into bowls, top with crispy tortilla strips. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

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Publication: Cooking with Paula Deen magazine, Jan/Feb 2007

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Reader Comments:

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The soup was a hit...wonderful lunch...lite,not heavy,I love this soup I will eat this soup all the time. Great!

By Anonymous on April 23, 2013

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I just made this soup last night, and we LOVED it. I can't wait to eat leftovers for lunch today!

By Jennifer on September 18, 2012

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Will Paula be at the Lady and Sons Restaurant anytime in March 2012 on a weekend to see her fans? Thanks! Connie Armer

By Connie Armer on March 18, 2012

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Nutrition values would be helpful

By Linda on March 08, 2012

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Like all recipes I have tried so far. I must say I do change some ingredients. I will still stick with your recipes.

By Rita on February 11, 2012

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Awesome!

By Meghann Hughes on October 30, 2011

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I made the Tortilla soup from your website for Mother's Day this year and it was a HIT! My parents are still enjoying it, as I left what was left over for them to enjoy. I used a large can of Rotel tomatoes instead of the jalapenos and canned tomatoes, and it really worked wonderfully. Thanks for sharing this recipe.....EXCELLENT!!! Paula

By Paula Buchalla on May 09, 2011

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The only changes that I made are: 3/4 can of chopped tomatoes, at least 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (we like cilantro). Top with shredded Jack cheese, sliced avocado and crisp tortilla strips. Enjoy!

By Orva Lester on April 13, 2011

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