Turkey or chicken soup

45 min
medium
11 ingredients

Turkey or chicken soup

History and Origin of Turkey or Chicken Soup

Turkey or chicken soup is a very popular dish in various regions of Latin America, especially in Mexico and its surroundings. This recipe combines traditional ingredients that reflect the gastronomic richness of Mexican cuisine, making use of corn tortillas, chiles, and typical cheeses. In some Latin American countries, this preparation may be known by names such as "chicken casserole" or "tortilla soup with chicken," although each region gives it a special touch according to its customs and local products.

The origin of this soup dates back to the fusion of indigenous roots with Spanish influences, where turkey and chicken were accessible and nutritious meats, while corn tortillas were the basic element in daily nutrition. It is a recipe that is usually served at family gatherings and festivities, providing a comforting and flavorful meal.

How to Prepare Turkey or Chicken Soup

Ingredients: Corn Tortillas, Turkey, Butter, Old El Paso Taco Sauce, Onion, Green Chiles, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Cream of Chicken Soup, Broth, Monterey Jack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese.

Preparation Steps:

Melt butter in a saucepan, then add onions.

Cook until tender.

Add green chiles, taco sauce, three soups, and turkey or chicken.

Place a layer of tortillas on the bottom of a 2-inch deep baking dish.

Place alternating layers of the soup mixture, tortillas, and cheese on top.

Repeat for 3 layers, making sure the top layer is cheese.

Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes to an hour, or until the cheese is melted.

Turkey or chicken soup

Ingredients (11)

  • Corn Tortillas
  • Turkey
  • Butter
  • Old El Paso Taco Sauce
  • Onion
  • Green Chilies
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup
  • Cream Of Chicken Soup
  • Beef Consommé
  • Monterey Jack Cheese
  • Cheddar Cheese

Instructions (7 steps)

  1. 1 Melt butter in a saucepan, then add onions
  2. 2 Cook until tender
  3. 3 Add green chiles, taco sauce, three soups, and turkey or chicken
  4. 4 Place a layer of tortillas on the bottom of a 2-inch deep baking dish
  5. 5 Place alternating layers of the soup mixture, tortillas, and cheese on top
  6. 6 Repeat for 3 layers, making sure the top layer is cheese
  7. 7 Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes to an hour, or until the cheese is melted

Nutritional Information

Calories: 654 kcal
Protein: 66%
Carbohydrates: 8%
Fat: 72%
Sugar: 11%
Sodium: 62%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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