Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Chicken Tortilla Soup expire?
If you've got chicken tortilla soup in your fridge, you typically have three to four days to enjoy it once it's been opened. If it's unopened canned or packaged soup, it usually lasts about a year past the printed date on the package, as long as it's stored in a cool, dry place. If you've frozen the soup, you can expect it to last about four to six months.
How do you tell if Chicken Tortilla Soup is bad?
Even if you're not a kitchen expert, telling if your soup has gone bad is fairly easy. First, check for any changes in the color of the soup, an unappetizing darker shade might be a sign of spoilage. You might also want to take a good sniff, if there's a sour or unpleasant odor, it's probably gone off. Last, if you see mold or any other foreign substance – definitely discard the soup right away!
Tips for storing Chicken Tortilla Soup to extend shelf life
• Always refrigerate your soup as soon as it has cooled down. This helps stop bacteria from growing.
• Store your soup in airtight containers. This not only helps reduce the chances of bacteria, but also keeps your soup flavorful.
• If you're planning to freeze the soup, be sure to leave some space at the top of the container for the soup to expand.
• Before reheating the soup, make sure to defrost it in the fridge for 12 to 24 hours.
• For the best taste, try to consume your soup as soon as possible. The longer it sits, even in the fridge or freezer, the more its flavors will change.