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Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Bina stazya
A cozy, creamy dish that combines savory chicken, zesty tomatoes, and creamy goodness, perfect for warming your soul.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 1 can black beans (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn (15 ounces), drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • tortilla strips for serving
  • chopped cilantro for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Sauté the onion and garlic until softened and translucent, about five minutes.
  • Add the shredded chicken and diced tomatoes to the pot, stirring to combine.
  • Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans and corn.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Cooking

  • Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let the soup simmer for about 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors.
  • Add the heavy cream, stirring until the soup becomes creamy and thick.

Serving

  • Serve hot, garnished with tortilla strips, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

For an extra kick, add hot sauce while simmering. Use homemade chicken broth for richer flavor.
Keyword Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, cozy soup, Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, Hearty Soup