Applebee S Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe Recipe

Craving that amazing Applebee's Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup? This recipe lets you recreate the restaurant favorite at home! Enjoy a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful soup packed with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend lunch.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 582.7 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 4.3 (8 Reviews)
Applebee S Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Applebee S Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

  • Yellow Onion
  • Fresh Garlic
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Chicken Stock
  • Green Pepper
  • Tomato Puree
  • Jalapeno Pepper
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Sugar
  • Chili Powder
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Hot Sauce
  • Flour
  • Water
  • Cooked Chicken
  • Cream
  • Fat Free Sour Cream
  • Processed Cheese
  • Corn Tortillas
  • Fresh Cilantro

How to Make Applebee S Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Rotel, diced green chilies, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken and simmer for another 10 minutes to heat through.
  6. Stir in 3 cups of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls. Top with remaining cheese, sour cream or crema, tortilla chips, avocado (if using), lime wedges, and cilantro (if using).
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

79g

Carbs

13g