Easy Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
This Easy Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy night in. It's simple to prepare and sure to delight everyone at the table.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast skinless and boneless
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 cup onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup tomatoes diced, canned with juices
- 1 cup corn frozen or canned
- 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
- 1 unit tortilla chips for serving
- 0.25 cup cilantro chopped, for garnish
- 1 unit lime cut into wedges, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken breast to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, chili powder, and ground cumin. Stir well.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
For added spice, consider adding a diced jalapeño pepper in step 2. Adjust the amount of cream to achieve your desired level of creaminess.
Nutrition
Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg