There’s something undeniably comforting about a steaming bowl of soup, especially when it’s as rich and flavorful as creamy chicken tortilla soup. Hearty ingredients, bold spices, and a velvety smooth texture that warms you from the inside out. It’s a go-to for those chilly evenings and when I’m simply craving a bowl of comfort.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (leave out to reduce overall heat)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (32 oz) carton chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon of each chili powder, cumin, and paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1⅓ cups whole milk (or milk of choice)
- ⅓ cup masa harina
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Toppings: diced onion, cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, avocado, Mexican shredded cheese, lime wedges, sliced jalapeño, etc. topping/optional
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Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and jalapeño until soft, about 3 mins. Add the garlic and continue to sauté for 30 seconds.
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Add the chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken breasts to the pot. Bring to a boil. Cover with a lid and simmer on medium heat for 15 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
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Remove cooked chicken and set aside.
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Add diced tomatoes with green chiles to the pot.
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In a small/medium bowl, whisk together the milk and masa harina and add to the pot. Stir frequently until it boils and thickens slightly.
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Shred the chicken and add back to the pot. Add the black beans, pinto beans, and corn.
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Stir in the heavy cream and sour cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until it is heated through.
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Serve with choice of toppings.
*Masa harina is a very finely ground corn flour. It can be found in the Latin section part of the grocery store or the baking section next to the all-purpose flour. I have found them in both of those locations.