Description
This Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with tender chicken, black beans, and a blend of spices, this soup is easy to make in an Instant Pot or on the stovetop. Top it off with your favorite garnishes for a delightful meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves, rough chopped (or sub 1–2 tablespoons granulated garlic)
- 1–2 cups carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes and juices (or fire-roasted) or 1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes w/juices
- 4-ounce can mild green chilies (or sub a poblano chili, diced)
- 2 lbs chicken (boneless, skinless, thighs or breasts) left whole
- 1 cup dry black beans, or sub 1 to 2 14-ounce cans black beans (or sub corn)
- 4 cups chicken stock or broth (or water with 4 chicken bouillon cubes)
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons salt, more to taste
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Lime juice from 1-2 limes
- Optional: chipotle for smoky heat
For Garnish:
- Tortilla strips
- Grated cheese
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Hot sauce
- Cilantro
- Fresh jalapeño
- Scallions
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: In an Instant Pot set to “saute,” saute onions, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil for 4 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add Ingredients: Add tomatoes, green chilies, chicken, black beans, stock, water, salt, and spices. Stir well.
- Cook: Pressure cook on high for 25 minutes if using dry beans. Shred chicken and simmer.
- Season: Squeeze lime juice, adjust salt to taste.
- Serve: Divide into bowls, top with garnishes, and enjoy!
Notes
- Dry black beans may require soaking or longer cooking time.
- Adjust cooking times for different chicken cuts and bean types.
- For a brothy soup, use one can of beans; for a thicker soup, use two cans.
- For a bean-free version, swap beans for corn after cooking chicken.
- For slow cooker version, follow steps 1 & 2, then cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
