Zesty Chicken Tortilla Soup
A vibrant, comforting bowl of bold Mexican flavors, this Chicken Tortilla Soup features tender shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, and warm spices—topped with crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and a squeeze of lime. It’s easy, hearty, and packed with flavor!
🍴 Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
For Toppings:
- Fried tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
- Diced avocado
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Jalapeño slices
🔥 Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Build the Base:
Add fire-roasted tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
Add the Heartiness:
Stir in corn, black beans, and shredded chicken. Simmer for another 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Top and Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, and your favorite toppings. Finish with chopped cilantro and extra lime wedges if desired.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Make the Best Soup in a Enameled Dutch Oven
- 🍲 Enameled Dutch Oven — Ideal for slow-simmering soup with rich depth of flavor.
- 🔪 Chef’s Knife — Chop veggies with ease using this kitchen essential.
- 🥫 Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes — Add smoky, deep flavor without extra effort.
- 🌶️ Smoked Paprika — Brings a subtle heat and beautiful color to your soup.
- 🥑 Avocado Slicer Tool — Make perfect avocado slices for topping in seconds.
- 🧂 Mexican Spice Blend — Kick up the flavor with a vibrant and balanced mix.
💡 Helpful Tip: Fry your own tortilla strips for maximum crunch and flavor—just slice corn tortillas into strips and lightly fry until golden!