Description
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that warms the soul. This quick recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, combines tender chicken, vibrant tomatoes, hearty black beans, and sweet corn in a luscious cream-based broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, this soup can be customized with your favorite toppings like crispy tortilla strips, creamy avocado, or tangy sour cream. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or served at gatherings, this crowd-pleaser is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (with juices)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 (12 ounce) can corn (drained)
- 1 (14 ounce) can black beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 2 cups cooked chicken (I used a rotisserie chicken)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté chopped onion until lightly browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add crushed tomatoes, Rotel, and chicken broth to the pot, followed by garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, corn, and black beans. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes with the pot covered slightly ajar.
- Prepare your desired toppings while the soup simmers.
- Stir in heavy cream and cooked chicken; warm through for 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot topped with your choice of tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, use rotisserie chicken. Feel free to adjust spices based on your preference; add more chili powder for heat or more garlic powder for richness. Let leftovers sit overnight in the fridge for enhanced flavor.