Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

This delightful creamy chicken tortilla soup is not just another soup; it’s a warm hug in a bowl that’s perfect for those chilly evenings or whenever you crave something hearty and delicious.

Imagine the aromatic blend of spices dancing in your kitchen as you prepare this vibrant soup. Bursting with rich flavors, every spoonful is a delightful experience that will warm your soul. Packed with wholesome chicken, fresh vegetables, and all the goodness you crave, this creamy chicken tortilla soup is the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition.

As you savor the creamy broth, you’ll discover layers of flavor that will keep you coming back for more. And let’s not forget the toppings! Crispy tortilla strips, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and creamy avocado add the perfect finishing touch, elevating your soup to the next level.

Whether you’re gathering around the dinner table with family or enjoying a quiet solo night in, this soup is sure to bring joy and satisfaction. It’s easy to prepare and will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of happiness!

Looking for more homemade soup recipes? Try our creamy loaded baked potato soup, green chicken taco soup, or our instant pot corn chowder

Creamy chicken tortilla soup

All yo uneed to whip up a bowl of this chicken taco soup are a few ingredients:

• vegetable or canola oil
• yellow onion
• garlic cloves
• jalapeños
• chicken broth
• chili powder
• cumin
• smoked paprika
• salt and black pepper
• boneless skinless chicken breasts
• diced tomatoes with green chilies
• milk
• masa harina
• black beans
• pinto beans
• corn
• heavy cream
• sour cream
• For Topping: shredded cheddar and monterey cheese, avocados, cilantro, lime wedges, corn tortilla chips

Creamy chicken taco soup

Next, pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper to your liking!

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Add the chicken breasts to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover with a lid, and let it gently simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, about 15 minutes. Afterward, remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest 5 minutes before dicing. Set aside.

Hint: You can skip this step if you add in pulled Rotisserie meat – we get ours from Costco.

Next, toss in some diced tomatoes with green chilies into the pot. In a 2-cup liquid measuring cup (or a bowl), mix together the milk and masa harina until they’re fully combined. Pour this mixture into the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it starts to boil and thickens a bit (though it won’t get too thick).

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Add diced chicken to the pot, then add black beans, pinto beans and corn.

Next, mix in some heavy cream and sour cream into your taco soup, and let it simmer until everything is nice and heated through.

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Serve the soup warm with delightful toppings of melted cheese, creamy sour cream, fresh avocados, zesty cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and crunchy tortilla chips! Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own!

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Amazingly Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Beth Gorden

Get ready to fall in love with your new go-to comfort food: our creamy chicken tortilla soup recipe! Bursting with rich flavors, this delightful chicken soup recipe is packed with wholesome chicken and all the goodness you crave. Perfect for cozy evenings or anytime you need a warm bowl of happiness! You’re going to adore this recipe

5 from 6 votes

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Course mexican, Soup, soup recipes

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Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  

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• 1 Tablespoon oil vegetable or canola
• 1 1/2 cups yellow onion chopped
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic 4 cloves
• 1-2 jalapeno seeded and chopped
• 32 oz chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lb boneless chicken breast or cooked, pulled rotisserie chicken meat
• 15 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 1 1/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup masa harina adds flavor and helps thicken
• 15 oz black beans can drained and rinsed
• 15 oz pinto beans can drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn thawed or drained
• 2/3 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 up sour cream

Toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocados, cilantro, lime wedges, corn tortilla chips

Instructions

 

• Heat up some canola oil in a large pot over medium heat! Once it’s nice and hot, toss in chopped onion and jalapeño. Sauté for about 3 minutes, and don’t forget to add minced garlic during the last 30 seconds
• Next, pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper to your liking
• Add the chicken breasts to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover with a lid, and let it gently simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, about 15 minutes. Afterward, remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest 5 minutes before dicing. Set aside.

  Hint: You can skip this step if you add in pulled Rotisserie meat – we get ours from Costco
• Next, toss in some diced tomatoes with green chilies into the pot. In a 2-cup liquid measuring cup (or a bowl), mix together the milk and masa harina until they’re fully combined. Pour this mixture into the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it starts to boil and thickens a bit (though it won’t get too thick)
• Add diced chicken to the pot, then add black beans, pinto beans and corn
• Next, mix in some heavy cream and sour cream into your taco soup, and let it simmer until everything is nice and heated through
• Serve the soup warm with delightful toppings of melted cheese, creamy sour cream, fresh avocados, zesty cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and crunchy tortilla chips

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Say hello to your new favorite: Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup! This soup is bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome chicken goodness. Perfect for warming up your day! Trust us, you won’t be able to get enough of this amazing recipe. Who’s ready to dive in?