Spice Up Your Day with White Bean Chicken Tortilla Soup!
There’s something magical about a bowl of White Bean Chicken Tortilla Soup – it’s hearty, comforting, and packed with bold flavors that will have you coming back for seconds (or thirds!).
This soup is a true crowd pleaser, combining tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, bell peppers, and a medley of spices that create the perfect balance of warmth and zing. And let’s not forget the star of the show: those crispy tortilla chips on top!
Serve it with a side of warm cornbread or tortilla chips, and you’ve got a meal that’s as fun to eat as it is delicious. Looking for a cozy, one-pot meal that’s both healthy and satisfying? This white bean chicken tortilla soup is the perfect combination of flavors. Earthy white beans, tender chicken, and crunchy tortilla strips all come together in a warm, savory broth. Top it with tortilla chips, avocado, and sour cream to round out this recipe. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this soup is a simple but satisfying dish.
Tips for the Best Soup:
- Make it Vegetarian: Substitute vegetable broth and skip the chicken for a hearty vegetarian version.
- Spice Level: For extra heat, add some jalapeño or add more chili powder.
This White Bean Chicken Tortilla Soup is perfect for when you crave something warm, filling, and full of flavor. It’s easy to make, versatile, and will have everyone coming back for seconds. Make it tonight and enjoy the ultimate comfort in a bowl!
PrintWhite Bean Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 1x
Description
This delicious white bean chicken tortilla soup is an easy crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
2 whole rotisserie chickens
1 yellow onion
2 red bell peppers
3 poblano peppers
2oz diced garlic (fresh or from a jar)
1 bunch of cilantro
2 avocados (sliced)
3 14oz cans of white beans
1 bag of frozen corn
4 cups of chicken stock
olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
salt
pepper
chili powder
paprika
tortilla chips
sour cream (optional)
Instructions
Remove chicken meat from bones and set aside.
Chop yellow onion, bell peppers, and poblano peppers, into small pieces and set aside.
Remove the leaves from the stems of the cilantro and set aside.
Add olive oil (or cooking oil of choice) to a large pot or Dutch oven. Add onions, peppers, diced garlic, salt, and pepper and Sautee on a medium heat until soft.
Rinse and drain white beans and add to the pot with the peppers and onions.
Add chicken meat, chicken stock, frozen corn, and salt, pepper, chili powder, and paprika to taste, and keep on low to medium heat, stirring occasionally. Note you can add more or less chicken stock depending on the thickness desired.
Cook on medium heat for another 15 minutes or until beans are soft and all ingredients have reached desired temperature.
Ladle soup into bowls and top with tortilla chips, avocado slices, cilantro, and sour cream as desired.
Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Mexican
So grab your favorite soup pot and get ready to make a dish that will brighten even the chilliest of days. White Bean Chicken Tortilla Soup – it’s a bowl full of joy!
What’s your favorite topping for tortilla soup? Let us know in the comments!