Quick and Cozy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Name: Quick and Cozy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups cooked shredded chicken; 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup frozen or canned corn; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup tortilla strips; Fresh cilantro for garnish; Salt and pepper to taste

This comforting chicken tortilla soup is the perfect meal when you need something delicious on the table in a hurry.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Mexican· July 19, 2026

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Prep

5 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

20 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about a warm bowl of soup after a long day. This recipe is a favorite in my kitchen because it uses simple pantry staples and comes together in just twenty minutes. It is hearty enough to satisfy everyone at the table while keeping prep work to a minimum.

My best tip for this recipe is to keep a bag of pre cooked shredded chicken in your freezer. If you have that ready to go, this soup becomes one of the fastest dinners you can possibly make. Top it with plenty of crunchy tortilla strips and fresh cilantro for the best experience.

🧺 Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen or canned corn
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup tortilla strips
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and cook until it is soft and translucent, which takes about 3 to 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until it smells fragrant.
4
Pour in the chicken broth and add the cumin and chili powder.
5
Stir in the shredded chicken, black beans, and corn.
6
Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
7
Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
8
Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous handful of cheddar cheese and tortilla strips.
9
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Keep the tortilla strips separate until you are ready to serve so they stay nice and crunchy. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice right before eating to brighten up the flavors.

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