Chicken Tortilla Soup Bowl (Printer-Friendly)
A vibrant bowl combining tender chicken, black beans, corn, creamy cheese, and crispy tortilla chips with a lime finish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fats
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Vegetables
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1 cup diced green bell pepper
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1 cup diced red bell pepper
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1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
→ Pantry
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2 tablespoons tomato paste (double concentrate if available)
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1 cup canned corn, drained, no salt added
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1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
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14 oz canned diced fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning blend
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Meat
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2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
→ Liquids
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4 cups low sodium chicken broth
→ Dairy
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¼ cup sour cream, full fat, softened
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2 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
→ Garnishes
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Crushed tortilla chips, as needed
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Juice of 1 lime
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and onion. Season lightly with salt, pepper, cayenne, and chili powder. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables soften and onions turn golden, about 8 to 10 minutes.
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Stir in tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly and adheres to the pan, enhancing depth of flavor.
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Pour in chicken broth, then add corn, black beans, shredded chicken, and diced tomatoes. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
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Reduce heat to low. Add sour cream, cream cheese, and taco seasoning. Stir continuously until cheeses fully melt into the broth. Simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the soup to thicken; extend simmering for thicker consistency if desired.
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Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice. Allow personalization according to preference.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before adding to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth finish.
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Toast tortilla chips in the oven briefly to enhance crunch and flavor.
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Taste and adjust seasonings such as lime juice, salt, and spices at the end to suit your palate.