Super Easy Tortilla Soup
Warm, comforting, and bursting with bold flavors, this Super Easy Tortilla Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Made with pantry staples like fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, and frozen corn, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it as quick as it is delicious. Elevate the smoky, spiced base with optional additions like tender shredded chicken for extra protein. Finally, load up each bowl with crunchy tortilla chips, melty cheese, creamy avocado, and vibrant cilantro for a tantalizing blend of textures and tastes. Whether you’re seeking a satisfying dinner or an effortless meal prep option, this tortilla soup is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 15 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (optional)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
Stir in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes and their juices.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
If using, add the shredded chicken, black beans, and frozen corn. Simmer for 12-15 minutes to combine flavors.
Stir in lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with tortilla chips, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.6 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 5026 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1025 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2376 mg | 51% | |
*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.
