Warming Mexican-Inspired Winter Soup Ideas
Warm up your winter with our easy warming Mexican-inspired winter soup ideas, perfect for cosy nights in. From quick one-pot recipes to hearty slow-cooker serves, there's plenty to choose from.
If you’re looking for flavourful comfort dishes to keep you feeling snug this winter, our warming Mexican-inspired winter soup ideas are the perfect solution! Packed with spices, seasonal veggies, and hearty ingredients, they are as cost-effective as they are delicious. Our list includes a range of our best one-pot and slow-cooker soup recipes, providing plenty of options to keep your winter meals varied and exciting.
Plus, they’re easy to store so you can take them to work or have an easy meal ready to go the next day.
Why Make Soup At Home This Winter?
Homemade soup is much more than just a budget-friendly meal. Here are just a few reasons why you should add soup-making to your winter to-do list:
- Cost-Effective Meals: Soups are budget-friendly and ideal for making in large quantities. Using kitchen cupboard staples and seasonal produce can save you money without compromising flavour.
- Seasonal Goodness: Seasonal winter vegetables are great for creating a hearty winter soup, with earthy notes and comforting textures.
- Customisable for Dietary Needs: Homemade soups are easy to adjust to suit dietary needs and preferences! Simply add or take away ingredients to achieve your desired result.
- Simple and Convenient: Cook once and enjoy for days with proper storage techniques (more on that below).
Easy & Hearty Soup Recipes For Winter
When it comes to hearty winter soup recipes, our Chicken Tortilla Soup is a must-try! This slow-cooked sensation combines tender chicken, sweetcorn, vibrant spices, and crispy tortilla strips. Bursting with warmth and flavour, it’s sure to become a family favourite for on those chilly winter days.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Recipe Name
Chicken Tortilla SoupTotal Time
6 hours and 20 minutesSpice Level
MildServings
6Ingredients
Soup
- 500g chicken breast fillets
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 x 227g tin chopped tomatoes
- 1 x 275g jar Old El Paso™ Cooking Sauce for Enchiladas
- 1 green chilli, chopped
- 400ml chicken stock
- 175g frozen, fresh or tinned sweet corn
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons mild chilli powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 Old El Paso™ Street Market White Corn Tortillas, cut into 3cm strips
- Coriander leaves, to garnish
Preparation
- Place the chicken fillets into a slow cooker pot with all the remaining ingredients except the coriander leaves.
- Cover and cook on a low heat setting for 6-7 hours.
- Remove the chicken fillets with a slotted spoon and roughly shred. Return to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve garnished with coriander leaves.
Expert Tips
- Top the soup with sliced spring onions or crushed tortilla chips.
- Cooking the corn tortilla strips in the soup the whole time thickens the soup naturally and gives the soup some added texture.
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More Easy & Delicious Soups For Winter
Explore even more easy and delicious soups for winter below. From warming vegetarian medleys chock-full of seasonal veg to comforting chicken broths, there’s plenty to choose from.
Vegetarian Lentil & Vegetable Soup
Chilli Turkey and Black Bean Soup
Enchilada Soup
Tips For Safely Storing Homemade Soups
Preparing your soup in large batches will help you to save time and ensure you have comforting meals ready for busy days. Follow these tips to store your soups safely:
- Cool Quickly: Allow the soup to cool to room temperature within 2 hours of cooking to minimise bacterial growth.
- Refrigerate: Store your soup in an airtight, leak-proof container in the fridge and consume within 2-3 days.
- Freeze for Longer Storage: Did you know that soups can be frozen for up to 3 months? Store yours in freezer-safe containers or bags, leaving space at the top for liquid expansion. Label the containers with the date to track freshness.
- Reheat Thoroughly: When ready to enjoy, reheat the soup and stir often to ensure it’s evenly heated, until steaming hot throughout.
Get Ready To Warm Up Your Winter
With these easy warming Mexican-inspired soup ideas, you’re well prepared to warm up your winter! Versatile, flavourful, and filling, they’re perfect for feeding all the family and can be easily tailored to suit individual preferences. From the slow-cooked richness of Chicken Tortilla Soup to flavour-filled vegetable broths, the possibilities are endless.