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Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A hearty soup with tender shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and warming spices, topped with crispy tortillas and fresh garnishes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Tortilla strips, cheese, avocado, sour cream, lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper, cook 5 minutes until softened.
  2. 2. Add garlic and jalapeño, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. 3. Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano, cook 30 seconds.
  4. 4. Add broth, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pot.
  5. 5. Add tomatoes and green chiles, bring to a boil.
  6. 6. Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to pot. Simmer covered 20-25 minutes.
  7. 7. Remove chicken, let cool 5 minutes, then shred with forks.
  8. 8. Return chicken to pot with black beans and corn, simmer 10 minutes.
  9. 9. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice and cilantro.
  10. 10. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

Store leftovers up to 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen. Reheat gently on stovetop.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 32g