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Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup

A cozy and comforting chicken tortilla soup that brings warmth and flavor to your meal with hearty ingredients and delicious garnishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast Organic when possible.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Low-sodium or homemade.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz) No need to chop.
  • 1 can black beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup corn Canned or frozen, avoid sweet corn.
  • 1 onion, chopped Adds great flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Avoid burning the garlic.
  • 1 tsp cumin Gives warmth, use carefully.
  • 1 tsp chili powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Use sea salt for a fancier option.
For Serving
  • Tortilla chips Essential for serving.
  • Avocado, cilantro, and lime Don’t skip this; adds freshness!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat up a large pot over medium flame.
  2. Sauté the onion until translucent and soft, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and stir for about 30 seconds—don't let it burn!
  4. Toss in the chicken, chopped into bite-sized pieces, and let it brown, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, and salt and pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with tortilla chips and garnish with avocado, cilantro, and lime.

Notes

Consider adding extra veggies like zucchini for more nutrients. Using a heavy-bottomed pot helps to prevent burning.