Description
A warm and comforting bowl of Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, featuring tender chicken, colorful veggies, and crispy tortilla strips in a rich and creamy broth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth (halal)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Avocado and lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
- Add the shredded chicken to the pot, along with the black beans and corn. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Add the chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Mix in the heavy cream, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Allow it to simmer for about 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors together.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup