Description
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights and social gatherings. This rich and creamy soup combines tender chicken, savory spices, and a medley of vegetables, all brought together with delicious cream cheese and cheddar. Whether you whip it up on the stovetop or let it simmer in a Crock Pot, this recipe is versatile and easy to customize. Top each bowl with crispy tortilla strips, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this soup will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (diced)
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 can black beans (drained)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup cream cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and jalapeño until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in chicken broth, black beans, tomato paste, corn, Rotel diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, cumin, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, and chicken. Bring to a gentle bubble.
- After 20–25 minutes of simmering, shred the cooked chicken with two forks and return it to the pot.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in cheddar cheese and cream cheese until smooth.
- Adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg