Description
A comforting and creamy chicken tortilla soup perfect for any time of the year, customizable to suit everyone’s taste.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (fresh, leftover, or rotisserie)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup tortilla strips (for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic over medium heat until soft.
- Add the cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, chicken broth, and taco seasoning.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add the cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with tortilla strips and fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, use homemade chicken broth and feel free to add more vegetables or adjust the spice level to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican