What is a Tortilla Soup?
Traditional Mexican tortilla soup is usually made with fried corn tortilla pieces that are submerged into a spicy broth made with tomatoes, onion, garlic, chilies, and herbs. The soup usually also has beans, chicken, pork, or other meats and is topped with avocado, shredded cheese, and sour cream. Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Minstry of Curry For years, as I have enjoyed this soup in Mexican restaurants, some were absolutely delicious and some not so impressive. I knew this was a recipe I needed to try at home so I could enjoy the flavors I liked and cook it more often. After experimenting with it a few times, I finally have a flavor-packed, EASY Instant Pot Pressure Cooker recipe that everyone who has tried LOVES. I use most of the ingredients from the traditional recipe and also add corn to compliment the flavors and texture. And if you love Mexican flavors, here are some Weeknight FAV Mexican Recipes you will love:
Place four tortillas on a cutting board and cut them into small square pieces using a pizza cutter or a chef’s knife. Rinse and drain black beans. Add oil, onions, jalapeños, garlic, tortilla pieces, and black beans to the Instant Pot. Add corn, and fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and give a quick stir. Add chicken on the top (photos 5 - 8) Add salt, paprika, and chicken stock, and close the Instant Pot lid with the pressure valve to sealing. Pressure cook for 8 minutes on high pressure followed by a 10-minute natural pressure release (Note: I have started to pressure cook for 13 minutes on poultry mode as it allows the chicken to be shredded effortlessly)
Open the Instant Pot and carefully take out the chicken breasts. Shred the chicken using a pair of forks and return it back to the pot. Add cayenne pepper and garnish with cilantro (photos 9 - 12).
Variations
Use taco seasoning instead of paprika Substitute chicken breasts with your favorite meat or use boneless skinless chicken thighs Skip cheese for a dairy-free tortilla soup Add a dollop of sour cream while serving the soup Squeeze of fresh lime while serving brightens up the flavors Substitute pepper jack cheese with your favorite Mexican cheese To make this soup in a slow cooker simply add all the main ingredients and slow cook(Hi) for 4 hours. Shred the chicken before serving. Garnish and serve with tortilla chips.
Storing
Chicken Tortilla Soup can be served immediately or can be made ahead. It can be refrigerated for up to 5 days. To reheat simply microwave or reheat on the stovetop.
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