Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and creamy cheese, creating a warm bowl of goodness that the whole family will love. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or something special to serve on game day, this recipe is versatile enough to use fresh, leftover, or rotisserie chicken. With easy preparation and simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious soup in no time. Top it off with your favorite garnishes like avocado and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 2 cups shredded chicken)
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/3 cup cream cheese (softened)
- Spices: cayenne pepper, cumin, hot sauce
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and jalapenos for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in tomato paste and remaining ingredients except for cheeses. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Cook for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Remove and shred the chicken before returning it to the pot.
- Reduce heat and gradually add cheddar cheese and cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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