Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup

A warm, hearty bowl of tortilla‑style chicken soup that’s simple to make, full of flavor, and perfect for sharing — inspired by a scroll‑stopping Instagram moment and made for comfort and ease.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Course Main Course, Soup

Cuisine American, Mexican‑Inspired

Servings bowls

Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

Large Pot with Lid
Wooden Spoon
Knife
Cutting board
Ladle

Ingredients

For the Soup

2 Tbsp olive oil adds richness and softens the aromatics
1 small red onion brings mild sweetness and color – finely chopped
3 garlic cloves minced – for aroma and flavor
4 cups chicken broth the comforting, flavorful base
2 15 oz cans fire‑roasted diced tomatoes for smoky depth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped – brightens the dish
2 15 oz cans black beans rinsed & drained – hearty texture
1 15 oz can corn drained – natural sweetness & color
1 Tbsp ground cumin warm, earthy flavor
1/2 tsp dried oregano rounds out the spice blend
2 whole chicken breasts or 2‑3 cups rotisserie chicken chopped or shredded – your protein base
2 cups cheese optional, choose your favorite (e.g., Cabot’s Wickedly Habanero) for creamy finish
salt & pepper to balance and enhance flavors

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped red onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
Step 2: Add chicken broth, fire‑roasted tomatoes, cilantro, black beans, corn, ground cumin, and dried oregano into the pot. Stir gently to blend everything.
Step 3: Add the chicken (either whole breasts or shredded rotisserie). Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let the soup cook for about 1 hour, until chicken is tender.
Step 4: If you used whole chicken breasts, remove them now and shred using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and continue to simmer.
Step 5: Stir in the cheese (if using) until melted and creamy. Taste the soup and adjust salt & pepper as needed.
Step 6: Ladle the soup into bowls and let everyone customize with toppings: cheese, red onion, cilantro, sour cream, avocado, tortilla chips, lime — the works.

Notes

This version of Chicken Tortilla Soup is deeply comforting, weeknight‑friendly, and makes you feel like you put in more effort than you did. Pro tips include using fire‑roasted tomatoes for that smoky depth and shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 550IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Chicken Tortilla Soup, comfort food, Easy Recipe, One Pot Meal

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