Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup – Comforting Dinner
Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup features tender shredded chicken in a spiced tomato broth with black beans and corn, topped with crispy tortilla strips and fresh garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 jalapeño finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
4 corn tortillas sliced
Instructions
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Sauté onion in olive oil until softened.
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Add garlic and jalapeño and cook briefly.
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Stir in tomato paste, tomatoes, broth, and spices.
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Add chicken and simmer until cooked through.
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Shred chicken and return to pot.
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Add beans and corn and simmer briefly.
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Bake tortilla strips until crisp.
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Serve soup topped with tortilla strips and desired garnishes.
Notes
Adjust spice level to preference.
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Store without toppings for best freshness.