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Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A cozy and zesty chicken tortilla soup that you can make on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or in an Instant Pot. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • For Serving: Tortilla chips, shredded cheese, avocado slices, sour cream, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with your favorite toppings like tortilla chips, shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • For slow cooker: Combine all ingredients except toppings in a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • For Instant Pot: Sauté onion and garlic as directed. Add remaining ingredients (except toppings) and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release. Shred chicken if not already shredded.
  • Serve with crispy baked or fried tortilla strips for added texture.

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