Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup. Loaded with tender chicken, beans, corn, and a blend of spices, this soup is made luxuriously creamy with the addition of cream and cheese. Serve topped with fresh cilantro and crispy tortilla strips for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- juice of 1 lime
- chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- crispy tortilla strips, for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and jalapeño, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook another 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
- Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken breasts. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheese. Simmer gently, stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and the soup is creamy.
- Finish with fresh lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with cilantro and tortilla strips.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cream and cheeses and add an extra cup of broth.
- Rotisserie chicken can be used to reduce cooking time.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
