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Easy Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup

Easy Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup

The ultimate comfort food, Easy Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup is a creamy and colorful dish that's perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect easy weeknight dinner. Make it tonight for a meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups yellow onion diced
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1 cup diced carrot
  • 1 small zucchini diced
  • 2 ears sweet corn cut off the cob, or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
  • 15 oz. black beans 1 can drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz. cannellini beans 1 can drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz. tomato sauce 1 can
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 5 corn tortillas cut into strips
  • fresh cilantro if desired
  • chips if desired
  • sour cream if desired
  • avocado etc., if desired

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Grater
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Place a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, carrot, zucchini, and corn in olive oil to soften slightly for 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in beans, tomato sauce, spices, and chicken stock and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce to a simmer and place whole chicken breasts into soup. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked completely.
  4. Remove from pot, shred chicken, and return to soup.
  5. Stir in tortilla strips and cook for another 10 minutes.
  6. Ladle into bowls and serve with any desired toppings.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove.
  • Tip 2: This soup freezes well. Allow it to cool completely, then transfer to freezer-safe bags or containers for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: Serve with warm cornbread or rice for a complete meal experience.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition and flavor.
  • Tip 5: If you enjoy heat, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the soup.