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by Sandyon Dec 29, 2013 (updated Nov 12, 2018)
This Chicken Tortilla Soup with Fresh Cilantro is the perfect weekend, casual dish to make for guests. Add toppings of fresh tomatoes and sour cream!
This weekend was a perfect time to make a cozy winter meal for the family, Bush’s Beans Chicken Tortilla Soup with Fresh Cilantro. You should have heard the Mm-m-m’s and Ah-h-h’s around our table as I brought out the pot, with condiments of sour cream, cheese, and fresh cilantro on the side. Oh, and a big basket of yummy chips!
Chicken Tortilla Soup with Fresh Cilantro
Since we’re trying to eat lighter now that the holidays are almost over, this recipe was perfect for a Saturday evening meal. We also decided that next time we make it, we’ll make brown rice or quinoa to make it last longer. Thank you, Bush’s Beans, for this fabulous recipe!
I texted my kids, who were all in different places, that dinner was ready, and to bring their friends! This recipe feeds a crowd!
What I love about adding beans to a soup recipe is that they help make the meal healthier, and stretch it to feed more mouths.
What makes the flavor pop is the fresh cilantro.
I’m not a cook that loves to run to the store, so a tip I’ve learned if you don’t have fresh herbs, reach for the dried herbs in the cupboard.
Tips on cooking with fresh herbs:
– 1 teaspoon of dried herb equals 1 tablespoon of fresh herb
– Both fresh and dried herbs enhance the flavor of a meal without adding any calories
– Add fresh herbs at the end of the cooking process to keep the bright, original color
– Add dried herbs at the beginning of the cooking process to intensify the flavor and blend with other ingredients
Seasoned with savory spices, including chili powder and cumin, and fresh cilantro, this zesty soup is sure to be your new family favorite, just like it is ours!
Do you think using fresh herbs add to a soup recipe? What’s your favorite herb to add?
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Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 30 minutes mins
Total Time: 45 minutes mins
Yield: 12 servings
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken, cooked and shredded
- 2 16 ounce cans BUSH’S® Pinto Beans, drained
- 1 15 ounce can whole tomatoes, mashed and undrained
- 1 12 ounce can (jar) enchilada sauce
- 2 T. olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 4 ounce can chopped green chiles
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 10 ounce package frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- tortilla chips
Instructions
Saute the onion in 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Combine all ingredients except cilantro and tortilla chips in a large pot.
Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 30 minutes on low.
Serve with fresh cilantro, sour cream, cheese, and tortilla chips.
Author: Sandy / Reluctant Entertainer
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This post is sponsored by Bush’s Beans; but as always, all opinions are my own!
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originally published on Dec 29, 2013 (last updated Nov 12, 2018)
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Carol —Reply
This was delicious. Only change I made was to add 1 cup of brown rice. The soup is very flavorful without being too spicy. Definitely a keeper!
Denise —Reply
I have made this soup several times. It’s versatile, so if you don’t have green chili’s but you have a can of Rotel, substitute away. I use black beans or whatever I happen to have on hand. It turns out delicious every time.
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BestFoodMOM.com —Reply
really great recipe! thank you!
Shaina —Reply
What a delicious and hearty soup!
Megan | Country Cleaver —Reply
I’m all about quick and delish meals! I am working like mad and totally love the looks of this after a hard say at work!, cold weather comfort food !,
Fresh herbs DEFINITELY add so much to soups, but I can’t pick a favorite. Each different soup deserves one or two different fresh herbs!! Lovely soup!
Kirstin —Reply
I love soups and this one sounds yummy! My family has been sick so on (I don’t even know what day…I think Friday…haha) I made Chicken soup, adding some quinoa to it. So good!!! Just finished it last night. I love using fresh herbs when possible. Parsley is probably my usual one, but cilantro would be second.
Sommer@ASpicyPerspective —Reply
I just want to dive right in that bowl!
Ashley M. | Our Full Table —Reply
One of my faves! Looks delicious!
Sheila @Eat2gather —Reply
My pantry is never with out beans! This soup looks perfect and comforting, great for a cold Michigan winter day ;)
Julie Deily —Reply
I love this, Sandy! This looks so good and comforting!
Debi B —Reply
I love using cumin in my recipes, especially chili.
Your recipe sounds delicious. I will have to try it this week. Thanks for sharing!Tieghan —Reply
This is one of my favorite soups, Sandy! Looks delicious! :)
Logan —Reply
I think this is a perfect dinner dish. It takes not much to do and it taste so good. My grandmother makes this for me and she’s cooking is awesome.
