Description
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a rich and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, diced
- 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 15 oz. can corn, drained
- 1 10 oz. can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 15 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts, or 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1 oz. packet taco seasoning, about 3 Tbsp.
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup cream cheese, softened
- Corn or Flour Tortillas, for topping
Instructions
- Heat 2 Tbsp. butter over medium heat and add the diced onions and peppers. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add all remaining ingredients EXCEPT for the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and garnish ingredients. Start with 2 Tbsp. of Taco Seasoning and add more to taste toward the end if preferred.
- Let the soup gradually come to a gentle bubble, partially covered. Avoid rapid boiling to keep the chicken juicy.
- Remove the chicken after 20-25 minutes, once cooked through. Shred with 2 forks and return to the soup.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually sprinkle in the shredded cheese and softened cream cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add any additional seasonings as needed. Garnish and serve!
Notes
- Optional garnishes include diced avocado, sour cream, jalapenos, shredded cheese, and cilantro.
- 2 cups rotisserie or leftover chicken may be used instead of chicken breasts.
- The cheeses melt smoother if they’re near room temperature when added.
- Ensure the base isn’t too hot when adding the cheese to avoid graininess.
- Crock Pot Method: Soften onions, peppers, and garlic in butter, then transfer to Slow Cooker with all remaining ingredients except for the cheeses. Cook on low for 6 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop or Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 785mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 41mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, Soup, Chicken Soup, Tortilla Soup