Description
A bold and zesty Chicken Tortilla Soup featuring shredded chicken, black beans, and corn simmered in a flavorful tomato-chili broth, finished with fresh lime juice and topped with crunchy tortilla chips, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro for a deliciously hearty and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Toppings
- Crushed tortilla chips
- 1 avocado, sliced or diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chili powder and cumin to toast the spices and bloom their flavors.
- Add Base Ingredients: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and the chicken broth. Stir to combine well.
- Add Vegetables and Chicken: Add the corn kernels, black beans, and shredded cooked chicken to the pot. Stir everything together.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Finish with Lime Juice: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crushed tortilla chips, slices of avocado, and chopped cilantro for crunch and freshness.
Notes
- For extra heat, add diced jalapeños while sautéing the onions and garlic.
- Use homemade or store-bought shredded rotisserie chicken to save time.
- You can substitute black beans with pinto beans if preferred.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before adding them.
- Serve with a wedge of lime for added tanginess if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
