Description
Mexican-inspired Zesty Chicken Tortilla Delight brings sizzling spices and rich flavors dancing across your palate. Crisp tortillas cradle tender chicken, promising a meal that satisfies hunger and delights senses with each incredible bite.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken fillets, or 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- ⅓ cup cream cheese, softened
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, diced
- 1 15 ounces (425 grams) can corn, drained
- 1 10 ounces (285 grams) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 15 ounces (425 grams) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1 ounces (28 grams) packet taco seasoning, about 3 tablespoons
- Corn or Flour Tortillas (for topping)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a spacious pot over medium flame, creating a sizzling base for flavor development.
- Introduce diced onions and jalapeño peppers, allowing them to dance and caramelize for approximately 4 minutes, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Incorporate minced garlic and continue cooking until a fragrant cloud envelops the kitchen.
- Pour in tomato paste, stirring vigorously to create a rich, deep foundation for the soup.
- Add corn, Rotel tomatoes, black beans, and chicken broth, creating a vibrant and colorful mixture.
- Gently fold in raw chicken pieces along with Cayenne pepper, cumin, hot sauce, and taco seasoning, ensuring every ingredient is harmoniously integrated.
- Allow the mixture to simmer gently, partially covered, for 20-25 minutes, transforming the raw components into a cohesive, bubbling masterpiece.
- Carefully extract the chicken and transform it into delicate shreds using two forks, then reintroduce the tender morsels to the simmering pot.
- Reduce heat to a whisper and gradually introduce shredded cheddar and cream cheese, stirring continuously until a luxurious, velvety texture emerges.
- Fine-tune the flavor profile by adjusting seasonings, adding extra taco seasoning or hot sauce to achieve the perfect zesty balance.
Notes
- Spice Adventure: This soup packs a flavor punch with jalapeños, cayenne, and hot sauce, perfect for those who love a zesty kick.
- Quick and Hearty Meal: Prepared in under 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder combines protein-rich chicken with beans and vegetables for a satisfying dinner.
- Cheese Lover’s Dream: Creamy cheddar and cream cheese transform this tortilla soup into a rich, indulgent experience that’s smooth and comforting.
- Flexible Heat Control: Easily adjust spiciness by modifying taco seasoning and hot sauce to suit your personal taste preference.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Stores well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be easily reheated, making it an excellent option for busy weeknights.
- Nutritious Comfort Food: Packed with protein, fiber from beans, and vegetables, this soup delivers both flavor and nutritional value in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg