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Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A cozy and creamy tortilla soup made with pantry-friendly ingredients, perfect for a weeknight family meal that's ready in about 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (fresh, leftover, or rotisserie), shredded or diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped (yellow or white)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes fire-roasted adds smoky depth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained or use frozen corn, thawed
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded reserve a little for topping
  • 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature or use Neufchâtel for fewer calories
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla strips and avocado for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until the onion is translucent and softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Stir in the cooked chicken and cream cheese until smooth and heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheddar, tortilla strips, and diced avocado. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a lighter finish, swap half the cream cheese for plain Greek yogurt. Use vegetable broth and a dairy-free cream cheese for non-dairy option. The soup can be frozen without fresh toppings for up to 3 months.
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