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Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup Bowl

This Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup Bowl is a comforting dish that combines zesty flavors with nourishing ingredients, perfect for chilly nights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Can be replaced with vegetable oil or avocado oil for different flavors.
  • 1 small onion, diced Substitute with shallots or leeks for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use garlic powder in a pinch, but fresh garlic is always best.
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced Use bell peppers for a milder soup.
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Protein and Veggies
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience or poach chicken breasts.
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed Can substitute with kidney beans or pinto beans.
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
Toppings
  • 1 cup crispy tortilla strips Crushed tortilla chips are a good alternative.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges To serve.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeno to the pot, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the chili powder and ground cumin, toasting them for about 30 seconds.
Cooking
  1. Add fire-roasted diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a simmer.
  2. Stir in shredded chicken, black beans, and frozen corn, simmering uncovered for about 15 minutes.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
  5. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

This soup is quick to prepare, customizable for heat and toppings, and perfect for leftovers.