8 Reviews of Shrimp and Chicken Tortilla Soup

From: Chef #334861

On Jan 22, 2007

This is a fantasic recipe. Will absolutely make again. It does end up kind of spicy, so if you don't like "hot", maybe you could use regular canned tomatoes instead of the one with chiles and let everyone add their own hot sauce to taste. I left out the chicken and made it with extra shrimp. It was a huge hit. I might try it with chunks of white fish next time. It really does taste like a complicated soup. Very similar to a caldo that I order at my favorite Mexican seafood restaurant in San Francisco. I was amazed to get such complex flavor from mostly canned ingredients. A winner!

From: Nursebarb

On Dec 23, 2007

I agree - great soup! And it is easy to add to - I added a can of corn and can of Barracho beans. I also used leftover smoked chicken. I, too, used tortilla chips. Everyone really loved this - this is a realy keeper! Thanks!

From: Recipe Reader

On Feb 5, 2007

Another 5 star rating! This is so great. It is light but full of flavor. The tomatoes I used were petite diced tomatoes with jalapenos. And I used tortilla chips - I simply broke them up and put them in the bottom of the bowls before serving the soup. I also tried this with some leftover cooked white rice instead of tortillas. Yum. This recipe is a keeper, thanks Dawn!

From: RedWonder

On Jan 29, 2008

DEE-licious!!! My mexican DH was craving a soup that his mom used to make. He found this recipe and thought it sounded like a good substitute. I used Rotel tomatoes with lime & cilantro, but still used the lime & cilantro called for by the recipe. I made a big pot, and I think it's better the 2nd day! Definitely a keeper!

From: wallyz

On Feb 8, 2003

Really good. It ended up being spicier than I thought. I used Rotel tomatoes and I might not do that next time. My family liked it, but it was a bit hot. We will try it again.

From: Dawn

On Feb 18, 2003

Hi Wallyz, I'm glad you enjoyed the recipe. DelMonte has Mexican flavored stewed tomatoes that has Mexican spices, but not the spiceyness! Hopefully, you can get the soup toned down for your family. The cilantro and cumin seed add plenty of flavor, so you could probably use regular stewed tomatoes,too.

From: Vicki in Kansas Brown

On Sep 17, 2003

Excellent! I did add 1 can rinsed and drained pinto beans and a can of mexican corn. Will make again

From: Annie D

On Mar 2, 2004

We have been looking for a quick and good Tortilla Soup Recipe. We made this last night and it was great. Wonderful flavor. We only had chicken in the freezer, but can't wait to try it with shrimp also. Thank so much, AnnieD