Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup (Printable Version)
A flavorful soup with tender chicken, black beans, corn, and aromatic spices in a tomato base.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Aromatics and Spices
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30 ml olive oil
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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5 ml ground cumin
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5 ml chili powder
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5 ml paprika
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2.5 ml dried oregano
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Main Ingredients
09 -
410 g canned diced tomatoes
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425 g canned black beans, drained and rinsed
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240 ml corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
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960 ml chicken broth
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180 g shredded cooked chicken
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Juice of 1 lime (approximately 30 ml)
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15 g chopped fresh cilantro
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent. Incorporate minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano, stirring continuously for one minute.
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Add diced tomatoes, rinsed black beans, corn kernels, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
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Incorporate shredded chicken into the pot. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Mix in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning by adding salt and pepper to taste.
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Ladle soup into serving bowls. Optionally, garnish with crispy tortilla strips and preferred toppings such as avocado, cheese, or sour cream.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Toppings can be customized, for instance, avocado, cheese, sour cream, or tortilla strips. Using rotisserie chicken reduces preparation time. Adjust chili powder quantity to modify spice intensity.