Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup carrot (chopped small); 1 cup red bell pepper (chopped small); 1 cup yellow onion (chopped small); 2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (26 ounce) chicken stock (I use Swanson's brand); 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained and chopped smaller); taco seasoning; 2 large chicken breasts (poached and chopped small); 1 cup milk; 1 (12 ounce) package Mexican blend cheese (shredded); 1 cup corn tortilla chips (crumbs)

Servings: persons

1 cup carrot (chopped small)
1 cup red bell pepper (chopped small)
1 cup yellow onion (chopped small)
2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (26 ounce) chicken stock (I use Swanson's brand)
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained and chopped smaller)
taco seasoning
2 large chicken breasts (poached and chopped small)
1 cup milk
1 (12 ounce) package Mexican blend cheese (shredded)
1 cup corn tortilla chips (crumbs)

1
In a large soup pan combine first seven ingredients on med-low heat about 10 minute until veggies are tender.
2
( I use a food processor to chop all veggies and chicken down to size saves on time.
3
).
4
Add chicken stock to mixture and bring to a boil.
5
Add tomatoes, taco seasoning, chicken.
6
Reduce heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes.
7
Add milk, 8 oz.
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of shredded cheese, simmer about 5 minutes.
9
Add corn tortilla chips last right before serving.
10
Top with remaining cheese, sliced avocado and a dollop of sour cream (optional).

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup carrot (chopped small), 1 cup red bell pepper (chopped small), 1 cup yellow onion (chopped small), 2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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