Description
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting delight perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and flavorful soup combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and a velvety broth that warms you from the inside out. Topped with crunchy tortilla chips and fresh garnishes, this dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare—ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a bowl of homemade goodness that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups tortilla chips (for serving)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and sauté until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the pot.
- In the same pot, add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the pot, then add diced tomatoes (drained), chicken broth, cream cheese, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks; stir until creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg