Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
🛒 The Flavor-Packed Ingredient Checklist
Gather these simple, vibrant ingredients before heading to the stove:
- The Protein & Veggie Base:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 3 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken to save time!).
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced 🧅.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄.
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained.
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet whole-kernel corn, drained.
- The Zesty Spiced Liquid:
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth.
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed or diced tomatoes.
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles (for that authentic flavor depth without intense heat).
- 1 tbsp chili powder & 1 tsp ground cumin.
- 1 tsp smoked paprika & ½ tsp dried oregano.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
- The Mandatory Loaded Toppings:
- 2 cups crispy tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips 🌽.
- 1 fresh avocado, diced or sliced 🥑.
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese 🧀.
- Fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges for serving 🍋.
