Are you looking for a recipe to make with left over rotisserie chicken? How about a comforting and flavorful soup that is super easy to make? This delicious rotisserie chicken tortilla soup recipe is packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients. It will warm you up on a chilly night.
This rotisserie chicken tortilla soup is perfect for any time of the year. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed on its own. It is a great way to use left over rotisserie chicken and make a quick and easy meal.
Ingredients for Rotisserie Chicken Tortilla Soup
- ½ rotisserie chicken, shredded (both breast and thigh meat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeno, diced and seeds removed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips, for serving
- Shredded cheese, cilantro, sour cream (optional for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the pot and stir well to combine with the vegetables.
- Next, add the black beans, red kidney beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Once the soup is ready, serve it hot in bowls. Top each bowl with a handful of crushed tortilla chips, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and a few fresh cilantro leaves.
This is a very forgiving recipe and easily customizable. To make it spicier, you can add more jalapeno peppers or even some hot sauce. You can also add extra vegetables like zucchini or carrots for added nutrition.
So, the next time you have a rotisserie chicken on hand, don't let it go to waste. Cook up a simple and comforting meal. You won't feel like you are eating leftovers.
Rotisserie Chicken Tortilla Soup
This delicious rotisserie chicken tortilla soup recipe is packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients. It will warm you up on a chilly night.
Ingredients
- ½ rotisserie chicken, shredded (both breast and thigh meat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeno, diced and seeds removed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips, for serving
- Shredded cheese, cilantro, sour cream (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the pot and stir well to combine with the vegetables.
- Next, add the black beans, red kidney beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Once the soup is ready, serve it hot in bowls. Top each bowl with a handful of crushed tortilla chips, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and a few fresh cilantro leaves.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 405Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 1741mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 8gSugar: 10gProtein: 32g
Calories are estimated and may vary.
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