Savor this quick easy Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe Bring flavor to your table with this delightful hearty dish for any occasion
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup corn
¾ cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Tortilla strips, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, and cheese for serving
Instructions
Heat the oil: In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. This sets the stage for sautéing the veggies and brings out their flavors.
Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onion turns translucent and fragrant. Then, toss in the minced garlic and give it another minute until it’s aromatic.
Cook the chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the pot, stirring well. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside, about 5-7 minutes. It doesn’t need to be fully cooked at this point; it will finish cooking later.
Add the flavors: Now, stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, black beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and some salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together, and let it come to a gentle simmer.
Simmer away: Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes. This allows all those incredible flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally; it’s your moment to take a little breather in the kitchen!
Make it creamy: Once the chicken is cooked through, pour in the heavy cream and stir. This is where it transforms into creamy chicken tortilla soup! Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve it up: Time to dish it out! Ladle the soup into bowls and get creative with your toppings – crispy tortilla strips, cool avocado slices, fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or a sprinkle of cheese.
Notes
A warm and comforting bowl of creamy chicken tortilla soup, perfect for chilly days. Simple and so delicious, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite!
