Soup is one of those meals that is great on a cold day.  It can also be a great, hearty dish all year-round.  Today, I am sharing my favorite chicken tortilla soup recipe with you.  What I love about this soup is that it is full of yummy ingredients and is super filling!

When I make this chicken tortilla soup, I usually have just about everything I need already in my house.  I love using left over roasted chicken for this recipe.  It is a great way to use the last of one of those $5 Costco chickens at the end of the week.  This soup reheats well and is simple to make on a weekday.

Here’s what you need

• 2 cups Cooked Chicken (I always use left over roasted chicken, but any leftover cooked chicken will work)
• Large carton of Chicken Broth
• 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 can corn (drained and rinsed)
• 1 small can green chilies
• 2 onions (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
• Small can of Tomato paste
• 1 bunch of cilantro
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 4 cups of water
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 packets of Goya chicken flavor
• 6-10 corn tortillas (chopped into small pieces)
• Shredded cheddar cheese for garnish
• Tortilla chips for garnish
• Avocado for garnish

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How to Make Hardy Chicken Tortilla Soup

I love using my Staub Cast Iron Dutch oven for this soup.  In a large pot (or Dutch oven) heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat.  Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.  Next, add the can of green chilies and sauté until the excess juice has cooked off.  Add garlic, one cup of chopped cilantro, chopped up tortillas and stir.  Cook for about 3 minutes- stirring constantly.

Next, add chicken broth and water and bring to a boil.  Add tomato paste, goya packets and seasonings and boil for about 5 minutes, then turn to low to simmer.  Using an emersion blender, blend the soup until all the vegetables and tortillas are blended in and the soup is smooth.

Add the corn, beans and chicken and simmer for about 5 minutes.  Serve the soup with chopped cilantro, diced avocados, tortilla chips and cheddar cheese.

This soup is a GREAT meal for friends and family.  I love brining this soup to friends who have just had a baby or are mourning the loss of a loved one.  Whip up some queso, salsa and guacamole and it’s like going out to a Mexican restaurant without leaving your own kitchen.  The soup packs nicely in these reusable food storage containers. I love these containers and have them in all difference sizes!

I hope this inspires you to make this hearty chicken tortilla soup.

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