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35-Minute Tortilla Soup Recipe - Hearty & Irresistible Comfort

This hearty tortilla soup is quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, perfect for a comforting meal in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and aromatics
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 piece onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 piece jalapeño, seeded and diced
Spices
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
Canned goods
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Protein
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
Tortillas
  • 6 pieces corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Toppings
  • 1 piece avocado
  • a handful cilantro
  • lime wedges lime wedges
  • sour cream sour cream

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot and cook onion, garlic, and jalapeño until softened.
  2. Add cumin and chili powder; cook for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in tomatoes and broth; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Fry tortilla strips until crispy; drain on paper towels.
  5. Add chicken (if using), season with salt and pepper, and serve topped with toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, roast the vegetables before adding to the soup.