Chicken Tortilla Soup Bowl (Printer-Friendly)

Tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy tomato broth topped with cheddar and tortilla chips for a cozy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fats & Oils

01 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup diced green bell pepper
04 - 1 cup diced red bell pepper
05 - 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
06 - 1 cup canned corn, drained
07 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
08 - 1 cup canned diced fire-roasted tomatoes

→ Protein

09 - 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

→ Liquids & Broths

10 - 4 cups low sodium chicken broth

→ Dairy

11 - 3 tbsp sour cream, full fat
12 - 3 oz cream cheese, softened
13 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

→ Seasonings

14 - 2 tbsp tomato paste (double concentrate preferred)
15 - 1 tbsp taco seasoning blend
16 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
17 - 1 tsp chili powder
18 - ½ tsp kosher salt
19 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnishes

20 - ½ cup crushed tortilla chips
21 - 1 lime, juiced

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced green and red bell peppers and chopped onion. Season lightly with salt, pepper, cayenne, and chili powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are tender and onions turn golden.
02 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to darken slightly and adhere to the pot's bottom while intensifying the flavor.
03 - Pour in chicken broth, then add corn, black beans, shredded rotisserie chicken, and diced fire-roasted tomatoes. Stir thoroughly to evenly combine all components.
04 - Lower heat to a gentle simmer. Add sour cream, softened cream cheese, and taco seasoning, stirring continuously until cheeses fully melt and blend into the broth. Maintain a gentle simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and soup to thicken.
05 - Ladle soup into serving bowls. Top each with shredded cheddar cheese, a spoonful of sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Bring cream cheese to room temperature before adding to prevent lumps.
02 - For extra crunch, toast tortilla chips briefly in the oven before serving.
03 - Adjust seasoning and lime juice at the end to suit personal taste.

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