Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup: A Cozy and Easy Recipe Makeover
A comforting and delicious chicken tortilla soup that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla strips for garnish
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; cook for another minute.
- Add chicken broth, shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and bell pepper.
- Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add lime juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with tortilla strips and cilantro.
Notes
- For extra heat, add jalapeños.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg