Description
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. Ideal for chilly nights or casual gatherings, this soup envelops you in warmth with every spoonful. Topped with crispy tortilla strips and fresh cilantro, it transforms a simple meal into a cherished experience shared with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- Tortilla strips for topping
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken in a large pot over medium heat, seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes per side). Remove from pot and shred.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute before stirring in the diced tomatoes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower heat and add softened cream cheese; stir until melted and combined.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot along with shredded cheese until melted. Serve hot topped with tortilla strips and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg