Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Nov 06, 2025
This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a simple, balanced, and nutritious meal that’s perfect for any day of the week. Made with tender chicken breast, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and flavorful tomatoes, it comes together easily in one pot for a wholesome and satisfying dish. Packed with lean protein, fiber, and vitamins, this soup delivers comfort and nourishment in every spoonful. Top it with crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and a squeeze of lime for a fresh and flavorful finish.
Ingredients
Soup
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup frozen corn
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Optional Toppings
- shredded monterey jack cheese
- chopped avocado
- fresh cilantro
- tortilla strips
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic and jalapeno and saute until soft.
- Add chicken broth, tomatoes, black beans, corn, chicken and spices. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred with two forks. Once the chicken is shredded, return it to the saucepan and mix well.
- Serve soup in a bowl and top with any optional toppings.
- Enjoy!
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