Lisa's Chicken Tortilla Soup

Warm, comforting, and bursting with bold flavors, Lisa's Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate one-pot wonder for cozy nights. This hearty recipe combines tender shredded chicken, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, protein-packed black beans, and sweet corn in a rich, spiced chicken broth. A splash of fresh lime juice brightens the dish, while toppings like crushed tortilla chips, creamy avocado, shredded cheese, and tangy sour cream add the perfect finishing touches. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, delivering a satisfying blend of Tex-Mex-inspired ingredients in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, diced (seeds removed for less spice)
• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed (for serving)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (for topping)
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 1 medium avocado, sliced (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, garlic, and jalapeño to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 4

Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and frozen corn to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it gently simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Stir in the juice of 1 lime and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, sour cream, and sliced avocado as desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3747.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4070.3

Total Fat 200.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 817.5mg	0%
Sodium 9319.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 317.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1590.1mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 6373.6mg	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: 44.0%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 25.1%