Cheesy Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup: A Cozy Delight for All
This Cheesy Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup is a warm and comforting dish that combines the bold flavors of the Southwest with the rich creaminess of cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup corn kernels, frozen or canned
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for easy reheating.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by using different types of tomatoes or by adding hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg