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Velvety Chicken Tortilla Soup Delight

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A creamy and comforting chicken tortilla soup featuring tender shredded chicken, bold spices, and a velvety broth finished with fresh toppings.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Tortilla strips for serving
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken breasts, diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, corn, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and set aside.
  6. Blend a portion of the soup using an immersion blender to create a velvety texture, leaving some chunks for texture.
  7. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir in heavy cream.
  8. Simmer for another 5 minutes and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  9. Serve hot topped with tortilla strips, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

  • Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor and heat.
  • Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Blend more of the soup or add a cornstarch slurry to thicken if desired.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze without cream for best texture and add cream after reheating.

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