Description
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate cozy dish that combines rich flavors and a creamy texture, making it perfect for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/3 cup cream cheese (softened)
- Various spices (cumin, cayenne pepper, taco seasoning)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté diced onions and jalapenos for 5-6 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in chicken broth and all other ingredients except cheeses and garnishes.
- Bring to a gentle simmer; cook covered for about 20-25 minutes.
- Remove cooked chicken, shred it using two forks, then return it to the pot.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually add cheddar and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Taste for seasoning adjustments before serving with your choice of garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg