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Easy 30-Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Make this flavorful, one-pot Chicken Tortilla Soup in 30 minutes using simple ingredients. It is a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1/2 cup water (optional, for thinning)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying tortillas
  • 6–8 small corn tortillas, cut into thin strips
  • Optional Toppings: avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the shredded chicken. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to combine. If the soup is too thick, add up to 1/2 cup of water.
  5. While the soup simmers, prepare the tortilla strips. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Fry the tortilla strips in batches until golden brown and crisp, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
  7. Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Top each serving generously with the crispy tortilla strips and your choice of desired toppings.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the other spices.
  • If you prefer a creamy texture, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream or cream cheese during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
  • This recipe is great for meal planning; leftovers store well for up to 3 days. Consider this a quick alternative to some meal delivery companies if you need fast dinner ideas.

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