Pantry Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Pantry Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort meal that comes together effortlessly using simple, shelf-stable ingredients. Packed with zesty flavors from chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this hearty soup combines tender shredded chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and savory diced tomatoes in a rich chicken broth. It's quick and easy to make, with just 15 minutes of prep and a 30-minute cook time, perfect for weeknight dinners or when you need a cozy meal in a hurry. Top it off with crunchy tortilla chips, a squeeze of fresh lime, and optional garnishes like sour cream, shredded cheese, or cilantro for a truly customizable, crowd-pleasing dish. This flavorful, one-pot wonder is ideal for using items you already have in your pantry while delivering bold Southwestern-inspired taste that's hard to resist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned corn, drained
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 1 large lime, cut into wedges
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, and corn. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add the shredded cooked chicken and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled tortilla chips, a squeeze of lime, and optional toppings like fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, or sour cream.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3287 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.7 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.2 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 594 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 9035 mg | 393% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.3 g | 187% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 242.4 g | 485% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1620 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 5593 mg | 119% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
