Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is a creamy and flavorful soup that is packed with chicken, vegetables, and tortilla chips. It is easy to make and can be ready in under an hour.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup tortilla chips, crushed
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth, tomatoes, and black beans and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the chicken and cream and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the tortilla chips and cilantro and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 437 kcal
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Sodium: 1020 mg
- Fiber: 8 g
Additional Tips and Variations:
For a spicier soup, add more jalapeno pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can also add more vegetables such as corn, zucchini, or squash. For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
This Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is a creamy and flavorful soup that is packed with chicken, vegetables, and tortilla chips. It is easy to make and can be ready in under an hour. Enjoy!
