Tortilla Soup Creamy (Print)

Creamy comfort in every bite with chicken, corn, and beans swimming in a flavorful tomato base. Quick to prep and easy to change up with toppings you love.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 medium onion, chopped small.
02 - 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
03 - 1 cup of chicken stock.
04 - 1 can (28 oz) of crushed tomatoes.
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
06 - 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
07 - 1/2 tablespoon chili powder.
08 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained.
09 - 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies.
10 - 1 cup of heavy cream.
11 - 1 can (12 oz) corn, drained well.
12 - 2 cups shredded cooked chicken.
13 - A pinch of salt and a sprinkle of black pepper.

# Steps:

01 - Warm olive oil in a big pot over medium heat. Toss in the onion and cook till golden, about 5-7 minutes.
02 - Stir together the crushed tomatoes, Rotel, chicken stock, black beans, corn, and all the seasonings.
03 - Bring everything to a rolling boil. Then, lower the heat, slightly cover with the lid, and simmer for 5 minutes.
04 - Add the heavy cream and shredded chicken. Stir and warm through for 3-5 minutes.
05 - Sprinkle salt and pepper as needed. Be sure to season generously for extra flavor.

# Notes:

01 - Stick to crushed tomatoes—they make the soup richer.
02 - Only use heavy cream to avoid any curdling issues.
03 - Rotel can be swapped with tomatoes and green chilies.
04 - Best enjoyed fresh with toppings of your choice.