Islands Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Island Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the warmth of a traditional tortilla soup with the tropical flavors of the islands. This soup is packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a hint of spice, making it the perfect comfort food for any time of year.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Tortilla chips, for serving
• Shredded cheese, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving
• Avocado slices, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and minced jalapeno pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.