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Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A comforting and hearty bowl of creamy chicken tortilla soup, perfect for cozy evenings and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken breasts or thighs, boneless skinless, cooked and shredded
  • 1 Avocado
  • 1 15 oz can Black beans
  • 1 bunch Cilantro, Fresh
  • 1 15 oz can Corn
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 4 oz can Green chilies
  • 1 Lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 1 14.5 oz can Tomatoes, diced
  • 4 cups Chicken broth
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin, ground
  • 1 cup Tortilla strips or chips
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Begin by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing them until the onion turns translucent.
  2. Next, stir in the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, green chilies, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth, mixing everything well.
  3. Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a hearty boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream, allowing them to melt and blend beautifully into the soup.
  5. When serving, top the soup with diced avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, crispy tortilla strips, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese for that extra flair!

Notes

Feel free to incorporate variations, like using frozen veggies or swapping spices based on your preference.

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