Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup: Easy Comfort for Any Night
A delicious and comforting creamy chicken tortilla soup perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn, frozen
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in onion, garlic, and bell peppers and sauté until tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add diced tomatoes and corn.
- Season with cumin and chili powder. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve hot, topped with tortilla strips.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Top with avocado or cilantro for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup, Chicken Soup, Comfort Food