Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Chicken Tortilla Soup is a flavorful and hearty Mexican-inspired soup made with chicken, tomatoes, beans, corn, and spices. It is often garnished with crispy tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, and fresh cilantro. Here is a simple recipe to make Chicken Tortilla Soup:

Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Tortilla strips (for garnish)
• Avocado, diced (for garnish)
• Shredded cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and jalapeño (if using). Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the spices: Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
4. Add the liquids and veggies: Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Add the chicken: Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and let it heat through. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Finish with lime juice: Stir in the lime juice right before serving.
8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh cilantro, tortilla strips, diced avocado, and shredded cheese if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Chicken Tortilla Soup!