Mexican Tortilla Chicken Soup

Name: Mexican Tortilla Chicken Soup
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 4 servings Canola oil, for pan-frying; 2 carrots, cut in large chunks; 3 celery stalks, cut in large chunks; 8 8-inchs corn tortillas, cut into 1/8-inch-thick strips; 118 milliliters coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish; 0 bunches fresh thyme leaves; 1 head garlic, halved; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 237 milliliters shredded Jack cheese, optional; 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced; 1 lime, cut in wedges, for serving; 2 Tbsps extra-virgin olive oil; 4 servings Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 355 milliliters shredded cooked chicken; 3 mediums ripe medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 turnip, halved; 2 mediums white onions, diced; 2 larges white onions, quartered; 2 kilograms whole free-range chicken (about , rinsed, giblets discarded

Mexican Tortilla Chicken Soup might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. Watching your figure? This gluten free recipe has 1382 calories, 79g of protein, and 88g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 65% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Autumn. This recipe is typical of Mexican cuisine. Head to the store and pick up lime, bay leaves, peppercorns, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the tomatoes you could follow this main course with the Pink Peony Popcorn Balls as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

Place a stockpot over medium heat and coat with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.

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Add the onions, garlic, jalapenos, and tomatoes; cook, stirring for 15 minutes until the vegetables are cooked down and pulpy.

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Pour in the stock, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 20 minutes.

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Meanwhile, heat 1-inch of canola oil in a skillet over medium-high flame. When the oil begins to smoke, add the tortilla strips in batches and fry until they are crisp on all sides.

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Remove to a paper towel-lined platter and sprinkle with salt while they are still hot.

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Ladle the hot soup into 4 soup bowls and put a pile of shredded chicken on top of each. Top with the diced avocado and fried tortilla strips (and cheese if using).

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Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

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Place the chicken and vegetables in a large stockpot over medium heat.

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Pour in only enough cold water to cover (about 3 quarts); too much will make the broth taste weak. Toss in the thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns, and allow it to slowly come to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and gently simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, partially covered, until the chicken is done. As it cooks, skim any impurities that rise to the surface; add a little more water if necessary to keep the chicken covered while simmering.

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Carefully remove the chicken to a cutting board. When its cool enough to handle, discard the skin and bones; hand-shred the meat into a storage container.

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Carefully strain the stock through a fine sieve into another pot to remove the vegetable solids. Use the stock immediately or if you plan on storing it, place the pot in a sink full of ice water and stir to cool down the stock. Cover and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze.

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Recommended wine: Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sparkling Rose

Mexican can be paired with Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Sparkling rosé. Acidic white wines like riesling or low-tannin reds like pinot noir can work well with Mexican dishes. Sparkling rosé is a safe pairing too. The Burn Cottage Cashburn Pinot Noir with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 30 dollars per bottle.