Cinco De Mayo Chicken Tortilla Soup

Celebrate the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Cinco De Mayo Chicken Tortilla Soup, a one-pot wonder bursting with bold spices and fresh ingredients. This hearty, festive soup combines tender shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, and sweet corn in a zesty, cumin-spiced broth. The finishing touch? Crispy, golden tortilla strips fried to perfection and a medley of garnishes—creamy avocado, sharp cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream, and bright cilantro—that elevate each spoonful. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing Cinco de Mayo celebration, this easy-to-make soup is ready in just an hour and serves up to six. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a taste of Mexican comfort food, this chicken tortilla soup will be your new go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Jalapeño, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 15-ounce can Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Frozen corn
• 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 Corn tortillas, sliced into strips
• 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying tortillas)
• 1 large Avocado, diced (for garnish)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
• 1 cup Sour cream (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Stir well to coat the onion mixture in the spices.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, frozen corn, and shredded chicken.

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

Step 6

While the soup is simmering, heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the tortilla strips in batches until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

Stir the lime juice and chopped cilantro into the soup. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with crispy tortilla strips, diced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this festive, flavorful soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4713.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6288.3

Total Fat 414.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 848.3mg	0%
Sodium 7274.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 337.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 341.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1948.7mg	0%
Iron 38.3mg	0%
Potassium 7856.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 20.9%