Looking for a delicious and spicy soup recipe that's packed with hearty ingredients? Look no further than this Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup tortilla strips, for serving
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Add the onion, garlic, jalapeno peppers, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken, corn, black beans, cilantro, and lime juice to the pot. Stir to combine and let the soup simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Divide the soup among bowls and top each bowl with diced avocado and tortilla strips. Serve hot and enjoy!
Creative Image Text Description: This image showcases a bowl of Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup, with vibrant red, green, and yellow peppers, black beans, and corn kernels visible in the broth. The soup is topped with diced avocado and crispy tortilla strips, which add a nice crunch to each bite.
Creative Image Text Description: This image shows the Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup cooking in a large pot on the stove. The chicken and vegetables are visible in the broth, which is simmering and fragrant. The steam rising from the pot adds a cozy and comforting element to the image.
Creative Image Text Description: This image features the ingredients for the Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup, arranged on a cutting board. The chicken is cubed and ready to be cooked, while the colorful bell peppers and spicy jalapeno peppers add a pop of color. The spices, including cumin, chili powder, and paprika, are also visible and ready to be incorporated into the soup.
