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Chicken Tortilla Soup

This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting blend of shredded chicken, spices, and veggies, perfect for chilly evenings or cozy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken works great for saving time.
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnishes
  • Tortilla strips for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in chili powder and cumin, cooking for another minute to let those spices bloom.
  4. Add shredded chicken, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, topped with tortilla strips and lime wedges.

Notes

Don't skip the spices! For an extra kick, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper. For a thicker soup, blend a cup of the soup and then return it to the pot.