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Instant Pot Turkey Tortilla Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup perfect for busy nights, packed with turkey, corn, and zesty spices, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 oz turkey, diced into 1/2-inch pieces Preferably organic and free-range for better flavor and quality
  • 8 oz tomato sauce Look for low-sodium options
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes Fire-roasted for an extra depth of flavor
  • 2 cups corn Frozen corn works great or fresh if in season
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth Homemade if available; otherwise, a low-sodium variety
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning Feel free to use a homemade blend for even better flavor
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced Yellow onions get the job done, but use red for more sweetness
  • 2 tbsp jalapeño, finely minced Adjust to your spice preference
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh is best
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika For that lovely smoky taste
  • 4 oz tortilla strips Opt for homemade, or store-bought varieties to save time

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the turkey and onion, and mince the garlic and jalapeño. This step only takes about 10 minutes.
  2. Make sure ingredients like broth and tomatoes are at room temperature before you start.
  3. Pour the chicken broth into the Instant Pot first to prevent sticking.
Cooking
  1. Combine turkey, onion, garlic, jalapeño, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and smoked paprika in the Instant Pot.
  2. Give it a good stir to combine everything.
  3. Close the lid and set the pressure valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  4. Once cooking time is up, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before carefully releasing any remaining steam.
Serving
  1. Open the lid, give your soup a final stir, and serve in bowls.
  2. Top it off with crispy tortilla strips and optional toppings like creamy avocado, tangy sour cream, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime.

Notes

This soup is great for meal prep and can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Tortillas might get soggy upon reheating. For gluten-free, ensure your broth and seasoning are gluten-free.