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Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Difficulty Beginner
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

Dive into a bowl of our Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup, where vibrant Mexican flavors come alive. This comforting dish features tender chunks of chicken simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables, zesty tomatoes, and a blend of savory spices. Topped with crispy tortilla strips, melted cheese, and a hint of lime, it offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Perfect for cozy nights or a casual gathering, this soup promises to warm your soul and satisfy your cravings with every flavorful bite.

Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons • olive oil
  • 1 • onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves • garlic, minced
  • 1 • jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon • ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon • chili powder
  • 4 cups • chicken broth
  • 1 can • diced tomatoes (14.5-ounce)
  • 1 cup • corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup • black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups • cooked shredded chicken
  • • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 • corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • • Olive oil, for frying tortilla strips
  • • Avocado slices, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, lime wedges, chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic, jalapeño pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), corn kernels, black beans, and shredded chicken. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. While the soup is simmering, prepare the tortilla strips. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Fry corn tortilla strips until crispy and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls. Top each serving with crispy tortilla strips, avocado slices, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, lime wedges, and chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve hot, with additional toppings as desired. Enjoy this spicy and flavorful chicken tortilla soup!
Keywords: Chicken, Tortilla, Soup, Mexican, Spicy, Comfort food, Tomatoes, Cilantro, Lime, Tortilla strips
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