Description
A warm and comforting creamy chicken tortilla soup filled with vibrant flavors and topped with crispy tortilla strips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
- 4 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4–5 small corn tortillas, cut into thin strips
- Cooking oil (vegetable or canola) for frying
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- Avocado slices (optional)
Instructions
- Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the jalapeño. Cut the corn tortillas into thin strips.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and jalapeño, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Add black beans, corn, and shredded chicken. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower heat and add cream cheese and sour cream. Whisk until melted and smooth.
- In a separate skillet, fry tortilla strips in oil until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
- Season the soup with salt, pepper, and a splash of lime juice.
- Ladle soup into bowls, topping with crispy tortilla strips, cilantro, cheese, and avocado. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Customize with your favorite toppings and adjust the heat level according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg