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Are you bored of trying the same old recipes for soups? Do you need an innovation in the flavor, texture, and nutrition profile of your soup? Get ready to warm up your taste buds with the hearty McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe.

Imagine yourself having the crunchy bite of corn tortilla dipped in the savory and hearty McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup. Did you feel hunger pangs crawling in your stomach?

Just the thought of this delicious soup is so scrumptious that it fills your mouth with water and leaves you craving it.

McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup is made with chicken broth loaded with the flavors of seasonings, the rich and velvety texture of cream and cheese, and the aroma of garlic and onion.

The creamy richness swirling with the savor of chicken and seasoning makes a perfect blend of flavor and texture that is undeniably good.

This satisfying soup is usually served with corn tortillas. That just puts you in the magical realm of flavor and richness. The crunchy bites paired with cheesy and creamy soup create an ultimate bite that satisfies your taste buds like none other.

So what are you waiting for? Just try the McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup and unlock the innovation in your soup game!

What Will You Love About This Recipe

McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup is a crowd-pleaser. Whether you have a small get-together or a large family gathering, this soup will satisfy a wide range of palates.

Although it needs a long list of ingredients, all of them are basic and not very fancy. They are easily available at any grocery store and are budget-friendly.

The recipe calls for a chicken-based soup. But you are free to customize it to make it more flavorful and colorful. You can add vegetables, or use the cream and cheese of your choice. Also, add the seasonings that suit your palate.

McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup is a cozy meal. It is comforting and satisfying. All the ingredients are full of nutrition so that makes it a flavor-rich healthy meal. It just banishes your cold away.

Ingredients

This mouth-watering soup requires a handsome list of ingredients. So gird up your loins. Make a list or you will surely forget to buy some ingredients. To make McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup, you need the ingredients in the following quantities:

Shredded rotisserie chicken = 1 cup
Chicken broth = 32 oz (1 carton, divide as required by the recipe)
Heavy cream = 1 cup
Cream of chicken condensed soup = 10.5 oz (1 can)
Butter = 2 tbsp
Mexican-style cheese blend (shredded) = 1 cup
Cornstarch = ¼ cup
White wine vinegar = 1 tbsp
Yellow onion = ½ cup, minced
Crushed tomatoes = 14.5 oz ( 1 can)
Minced garlic = 2 cloves
Chopped cilantro = ½ tbsp
Chopped green chilis = 4 oz (1 can)
Chili powder = 1 tsp
Salt = 1 tsp or to taste
Cumin = 1 tsp
Paprika = ½ tsp
White corn tortilla chips = for serving
Chopped green onions = for serving

Instructions for Making McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Following is a detailed description of the method on how to make McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup:

Step 1

Take a medium-sized stockpot and heat it on medium flame. When it gets hot enough, add butter to it and swirl to coat the butter everywhere on the bottom of the stock pot until it melts.

Step 2

In the melted butter, add minced garlic and minced yellow onion. Saute for 5 minutes to soften the onion and garlic.

Step 3

Add 3 ½ cups of chicken broth to onion and garlic. Then add crushed tomatoes, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Give a good mix to combine all the ingredients properly. Simmer this mixture.

Step 4

While the mixture is simmering, prepare your cornstarch slurry. Mix ½ cup of chicken broth and cornstarch in a bowl and whisk to make a slurry mixture. When ready, pour it in the simmering broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Turn the heat to medium-high. Boil the mixture for once and then let it simmer on medium-low for 8-10 minutes. Stop simmering when the broth has gained a slightly thick consistency.

Step 6

Transfer the stock pot away from the burner. Let it cool for a few minutes and then add heavy cream. Mix and add shredded cheese. Keep stirring to fully incorporate the heavy cream in the soup and melt the cheese completely.

Step 7

Then place the stock pot again on the stovetop. Add in shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, white wine vinegar, green chilis, salt, and chopped cilantro. Stir well to mix everything and get an even distribution of ingredients.

Step 8

Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes. Then ladle out in serving bowls and garnish with chopped green onions. McAlister’s Chicken Tortilla Soup is ready. Serve it with warm white corn tortilla chips. Bon Appetit!

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