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Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

A bowl of Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup topped with crispy tortillas and garnished with avocados, cheese, jalapenos, and cilantro.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For serving: tortilla strips, avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and jalapeno and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the green chiles, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and oregano. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Add the black beans and corn.
  5. Add the chicken breasts to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred with two forks. Return to the pot.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and sour cream until smooth. Slowly stir into the soup.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
  9. Serve topped with tortilla strips, avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

For a spicier soup, leave the seeds in the jalapeno. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper. To make ahead, prepare the soup without the cream and sour cream. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat and stir in the cream mixture.

  • Author: The Cozy Cook