Jason's Deli Fire Roasted Tortilla Soup Copycat Recipe (2024)

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This Jason’s Deli Fire Roasted Tortilla Soup copycat recipe makes a version of the original that my family actually likes better! It is SO delicious!!!

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Jason’s Deli Fire Roasted Soup Copycat Recipe

This recipe is my copycat version of my favorite soup at Jason’s Deli. This soup is also a favorite of my friends and family. It is very spicy and loaded with flavor. To adjust the heat of the soup, you can tweak the amount of jalapeno you add, or you could also add some ground cayenne pepper. Whether you make this spicy or mild, it will be loaded with great flavor.

What are fire-roasted tomatoes?

Fire-roasted tomatoes arecharred over a flame before they’re diced and canned. Contact with the flame brings out the tomatoes’ sweetness and, most notably, imparts a distinct smokiness. Fire-roasted tomatoes have great depth and a more complex flavor than regular diced tomatoes. Fire-roasted tomatoes are actually healthier than regular tomatoes, as the roasting makes them release more lycopene.

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What can I substitute for fire-roasted tomatoes?

If you don’t have fire-roasted tomatoes on hand, regular canned tomatoescan be used as a substitute (although fire-roasted will yield a result more like the copycat Jason’s Deli recipe).You can even add a pinch of smoked paprika to make the regular tomatoes have a bit of smoke flavor.

This freezes well and is great on day 2. This would also work with leftover turkey. You may need to adjust the salt depending on the brand of broth you use, taste as it cooks to judge.

Fire-roasted corn adds flavor to this soup.

I love using fire-roasted corn in this soup. DelMonte makes fire-roasted corn that is sold in the frozen section of some retail stores like Wal-Mart. My favorite fire-roasted corn is Trader Joe’s brand. It is in the freezer case at Trader Joe’s, and I always keep it on hand so that I can make this yummy soup.

Puree the soup for a better consistency.

I like to puree the soup (before adding the chicken and corn) to reach the consistency closest to the soup at Jason’s Deli.I use this immersion blender, an indispensable tool for making soups, sauces, smoothies, and more. An immersion blender is just placed directlyinto the soup pot. In just seconds, it purees ingredients into a thicker, smoother, and creamier consistency.

What chicken is best for this soup?

I bake chicken breasts, covered, at 400 F for about 45 minutes and leave covered for 30 minutes before unwrapping them. The internal temp should be at least 165 F. To make cooking more even, I cut the breasts into strips or tenderloins. I toss the strips into a bowl with extra virgin olive oil, and then I season with salt and pepper. For this recipe, I often season them with a taco or cumin seasoning to give more TexMex flavor.

How to make this soup in the Instant Pot.

This soup is super easy to make in an Instant Pot. Simply follow the recipe to the point of cooking the soup. Place the ingredients in an Instant Pot, and cook at high pressure for 30 minutes. Allow to slow-release, and leave the soup in the pot as long as possible before opening the lid. It just gets better the longer it sits. It is actually better on day 2!!!

This soup really is fab and flavorful. Zane and I ate it without garnishes, but the girls all topped it with crushed tortilla chips. It was even more flavorful the next day; leftovers were wonderful.

If you make this, let me know how it turns out. As always, thanks so much for stopping by. Be blessed, and stay savvy!

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Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Thick and Hearty!

Ingredients

  • 3-4 cups cooked, diced chicken (rotisserie is fine)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 colored pepper, diced
  • 1-2 tsp minced garlic (or 2 cubes Dorot frozen cubes)
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 TB tomato paste
  • 2 cans green chilis
  • 1 TB chili powder
  • 1 TB cumin
  • 1 can chili or pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 6-8 cups chicken bone broth (depending upon preference)

Instructions

  1. Heat EVOO; add onion and peppers. Sauté until soft.
  2. Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder and cumin. Sauté 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add green chilis and beans; puree with immersion blender.
  4. Add broth and chicken.
  5. Bring to boil; reduce to simmer.
  6. Simmer for 20 minutes.


Serve with toppings.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size 1
Amount Per ServingCalories 138Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 20mgSodium 272mgCarbohydrates 12gNet Carbohydrates 0gFiber 1gSugar 5gSugar Alcohols 0gProtein 8g

Jason's Deli Fire Roasted Tortilla Soup Copycat Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why did Jason's Deli get rid of French onion soup? ›

Hi Jami, we removed the French Onion soup to make room for other new menu items - we hope you'll give them a try!

How many carbs are in Jason's Deli Fire roasted tortilla soup? ›

Jason's Deli Soups Fire Roasted Tortilla Bowl (1 serving) contains 20g total carbs, 16g net carbs, 9g fat, 7g protein, and 200 calories.

How to make tortilla soup less spicy? ›

7 Ways to Make My Soup Less Spicy or Salty
  1. Something sweet (sugar, honey, etc.)
  2. More liquid (water or broth)
  3. Something starchy (like potatoes, rice, or pasta)
  4. Something acidic (tomatoes, wine, citrus, etc.)
  5. Dairy (yogurt, sour cream, milk, cheese)
  6. Coconut milk (the creamier, the better, since fats absorb spiciness)
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Why is it called tortilla soup? ›

Known in Spanish as Sopa De Tortilla, Tortilla Soup is a humble Mexican soup that is consumed by the nation's populace every day. It is in no way a celebratory dish, but a simple comfort food that derived its name from the generous topping of crispy tortillas on top of the soup.

Does Jason's Deli make their own soup? ›

With the overload of fast-food restaurants in this country, it can be difficult to come by healthy and tasty options that are still easy on your wallet. Though now one the best-known chains out there, Jason's Deli is a customer favorite for it's fresh-made soups and salads and some of the best sandwiches around.

What kind of bread does Jason Deli use? ›

Bread Choices
  • Traditional: Multigrain Wheat, Country White or Rye.
  • Deluxe: All-butter Croissant, Organic Wheat Wrap, Herb Focaccia Bread or Ancient Grain Bun.

What cancels out spicy in soup? ›

Turns out, the fiery chemical in hot chilis, capsaicin, likes to bind itself onto a compound in milk, which neutralizes the burn. Add a generous dollop of sour cream, creme fraiche, or yogurt to scorching hot chili or stews, or even a touch of milk or cream. For best results, though, go with full-fat dairy.

Does adding water to spicy soup make it less spicy? ›

Dilute It. Another simple way to temper something spicy is to dilute it. This can be done by adding more of the non-spicy ingredients to a dish (like vegetables, grains, meat or broth) or even just by adding water to thin it out.

How do you thicken tortilla soup broth? ›

Yes, you can use flour to thicken chicken tortilla soup. To do so, create a slurry by combining equal parts flour and cold water. Whisk the slurry into the soup gradually, allowing it to simmer for a few minutes until the desired thickness is achieved.

Why do Mexicans use two tortillas? ›

Mexicans fondly refer to this as 'la copia' (literally: the copy). If you ask around, you'll be given many reasons for this. But a popular explanation is that the second tortilla can be used to make another taco with any fillings that spill out the side.

Why do Mexicans eat corn tortillas? ›

Corn tortillas are seen as more authentic to Mexican dishes, corn has been a staple ingredient in Mexican cooking for thousands of years. Wheat, on the other hand, has only been around since the Spanish brought the crop with them when they arrived in the Americas.

What do Spanish people call tortillas? ›

A torta is in Spain and among other things a flatbread; in diminutive form, “tortilla”, which is where corn tortillas or tortitas got their name. Both tortilla and tortita are in this case a diminutive of torta.

Is French onion soup for the poor? ›

The story behind this famous soup

In ancient times, Romans saw it as a dish for the poor. This is due to the fact that onion cultivation was accessible to all, especially to peasants.

Why do French people eat French onion soup? ›

The Onion Soup, a traditional and warming dish

It has even become a trendy dish that tourists are eager to try to experience French gastronomy. However, onion soup is in fact not part of French people's daily meals. It was originally meant to be eaten after a family reunion in the middle of the night to cure hangovers

Why is French onion soup dark? ›

In those soups the onions are sautéed until they are black, and the soup is dark and bitter.

Where is Wade French onion soup? ›

French Onion Soup Recipe is a recipe in Bear and Breakfast. It can be purchased at Julia's Recipes for 150 coins, or received for free when accepting the quest Rat At To It from Wade at Whitestone Bay.

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