Description
This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a warm, hearty dish packed with flavor, perfect for cozy nights in or gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Tortilla strips for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, cooking for another minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, and salt to taste.
- Stir in the corn and black beans, allowing the soup to simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with diced avocado, shredded cheese, lime wedges, and tortilla strips.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: soups
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70
Keywords: soup, chicken, tortilla, spicy, hearty