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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Cozy Chicken Tortilla Soup for a Hearty Home-Cooked Meal

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup, a hearty and adaptable Mexican classic perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried
  • Salt & Pepper To taste
For the Soup
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes With juices
  • 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie recommended
For the Toppings
  • 1 lime Lime Juice Juice from 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • Crispy Tortilla Strips For topping
  • Garnishes Sliced avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, extra cilantro, lime wedges

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, drained black beans, and corn kernels. Pour in chicken broth and stir. Bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate shredded cooked chicken. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add lime juice and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips and garnishes. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to adapt the spices and toppings to suit your taste preferences.

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