Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Chicken Tortilla Soup

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Chicken Tortilla Soup is a bold, cozy Mexican-inspired soup made with shredded chicken, beans, corn, and warm spices in a tomato-lime broth. Topped with crispy tortilla strips and fresh garnishes, it’s flavorful, comforting, and easy to prepare.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie recommended)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Toppings (optional):

  • Crispy tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
  • Sliced avocado
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Extra cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Stir in shredded chicken. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
  4. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Ladle soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips and desired garnishes.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use homemade chicken stock or rotisserie chicken juices in place of some broth.
  • You can adjust the spice level by adding a pinch of cayenne or chopped jalapeños.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Cholesterol: undefined