Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup: A Zesty Comfort Bowl
A hearty and flavorful soup with a kick, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups tortilla strips
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, green chilies, chipotle peppers, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in corn and black beans, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with tortilla strips and cheese if desired.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add more chipotle peppers.
- Serve with avocado and lime for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup, comfort food, soup, spicy soup