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Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

This Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup combines tender chicken, savory spices, and creamy cheeses for a comforting bowl of warmth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 cups
Calories 204 kcal

Equipment

  • Soup pot
  • Crock Pot
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 small 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
  • ⅓ cup cream cheese, softened

For Topping

  • Corn or Flour Tortillas See notes

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.
  • Let the soup gradually come to a gentle bubble, partially covered. If the chicken boils rapidly, it becomes tough.
  • Remove the chicken after 20-25 minutes, once cooked through. Use 2 forks to shred, then 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 much creamier and smoother if they’re near room temperature when added.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 13gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 785mgPotassium: 390mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 627IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 133mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken soup, comfort food, Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, creamy soup, tortilla soup
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