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Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, blending tender shredded chicken with fresh vegetables and spices in a rich, velvety broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this delicious soup can be served on busy weeknights or at festive gatherings. Top it with crunchy tortilla chips and fresh cilantro for a delightful finishing touch that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts (shredded)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Tortilla chips for topping
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté chopped onion and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Stir in shredded chicken and pour in chicken broth until the mixture is submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  3. Shred any remaining larger pieces of chicken if necessary, then add diced tomatoes and heavy cream to the pot.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to blend flavors.
  5. Ladle soup into bowls and top with tortilla chips and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: For added richness, consider using bone-in chicken thighs instead of breasts. Feel free to customize by adding black beans or corn for extra texture or spice it up with jalapeños or chipotle peppers.