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Creamy Chick-fil-A Tortilla Soup Recipe Easy Loaded with Flavor

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A creamy, smoky, and hearty tortilla soup inspired by Chick-fil-A, made with simple pantry staples and fresh ingredients for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup (150 g) fire-roasted corn, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup (225 g) small-curd cottage cheese, well-drained
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup (about 30 g) tortilla strips, homemade or store-bought
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in chipotle chili powder and cumin. Toast with the onion and garlic for about 1 minute without burning.
  4. Add the canned fire-roasted tomatoes with their juices and the corn. Stir to combine.
  5. Pour in 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Remove pot from heat. Add cottage cheese and puree the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. If using a countertop blender, blend in batches carefully.
  7. Return pot to low heat. Stir in fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
  8. If making homemade tortilla strips, cut corn tortillas into thin strips and toast in a dry skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and top with crunchy tortilla strips and optional toppings like cheddar cheese, diced avocado, cilantro, or sour cream.

Notes

Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness. Toast spices to unlock flavor. Blend cottage cheese well for creamy texture. Homemade tortilla strips are tastier than store-bought. Soup base can be made a day ahead for deeper flavor. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with blended silken tofu or cashew cream. For gluten-free, ensure tortilla strips are corn-based and certified gluten-free.

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