Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, a dish that effortlessly blends rich flavors and comforting textures. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or quick weeknight meals, featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy broth enriched with cheddar and cream cheese. Elevate your dining experience by customizing it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, and crispy tortilla strips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (diced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 15 oz. can corn (drained)
- 10 oz. can diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
- 15 oz. can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (or shredded chicken)
- 1½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ⅓ cup cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions and jalapeno for about 5–6 minutes until softened; add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in tomato paste, corn, diced tomatoes, black beans, chicken broth, and taco seasoning; bring to a gentle bubble.
- Add chicken to the pot; simmer gently for 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the pot.
- Lower heat; gradually stir in cheddar and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg