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Easy One-Pot Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Make this hearty, flavorful chicken tortilla soup in one pot for a perfect cozy weeknight dinner. It tastes like restaurant quality but uses simple ingredients and comes together fast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For serving: Tortilla strips, shredded cheese, avocado, fresh lime wedges, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), rinsed black beans, and corn. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream until the broth is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like crunchy tortilla strips, avocado slices, cheese, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Notes

  • For a quick shortcut, use store-bought rotisserie chicken for the shredded chicken.
  • To make homemade tortilla strips, cut corn tortillas into thin strips, toss with a little oil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until crisp.
  • If you prefer a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or use a spicier chili powder.
  • This soup is great for meal prep; store toppings separately and add them just before serving.

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