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To make an authentic chicken tortilla soup, you need a few key ingredients. These items create a rich and tasty broth that warms you up.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Warm up with a delicious savory chicken tortilla soup that everyone will love! This quick and easy recipe features flavorful ingredients like tender chicken, vibrant peppers, and zesty lime, creating a cozy meal that's perfect for any occasion. Discover fun variations and tips to customize your soup to suit all tastes, from creamy to spicy! Click through to explore my full recipe and impress your family with this comforting dish tonight!
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Ingredients
  

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

4 cups chicken broth

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies

1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 1 lime

1 avocado, diced

Tortilla strips for garnish

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Optional jalapeño slices for heat

Instructions
 

Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

    Add Spices: Sprinkle in the ground cumin and smoked paprika, and stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).

      Combine Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and add the shredded chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and corn.

        Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, letting the flavors meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

          Finish with Lime: Just before serving, stir in the lime juice for extra freshness.

            Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each with diced avocado, tortilla strips, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and jalapeño slices if using.

              Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 35 mins | Servings: 6

                - Presentation Tips: Serve the soup in vibrant, colorful bowls, and place a lime wedge on the side for added zest. You can also arrange tortilla strips in a fan shape on top for a decorative touch.