How to Make Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a comforting and satisfying meal that's easy to make and bursting with flavor, then look no further than this delicious Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe. This hearty and warming soup is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day, and it's a great way to use up any leftover chicken you may have on hand.

This recipe is a twist on the classic Mexican tortilla soup, with the addition of creamy cheese and tender chunks of chicken to take it to the next lev...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans in spicy sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ¾ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 8 ounces extra sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • ½ cup crushed tortilla chips, or to taste
  • ¼ cup sour cream, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in chicken broth, chili beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with chiles, and enchilada sauce. Add chili powder, seasoned salt, paprika, cumin, and pepper; stir to combine. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • Once the soup is boiling, stir in cream cheese. Reduce heat and stir in Cheddar cheese until melted. Stir in chicken. Serve topped with tortilla chips, sour cream, and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    492 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 1635mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 296mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 542mg