Copycat Chick-fil-a Chicken Tortilla Soup
This comforting and flavorful chicken tortilla soup captures the essence of Chick-Fil-A's beloved recipe. Bursting with tender chicken, black beans, and corn, topped with crispy tortilla strips and a hint of creaminess, it’s perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 ladle
- 4 soup bowls for serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- to garnish fresh cilantro (optional)
- to serve lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the chicken breasts and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, lower the heat and let them simmer for 15 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Set aside.
- In the same pot, add a splash of oil and sauté the diced onion over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- To the pot, add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup heat through for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls, and top each serving with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, feel free to incorporate some jalapeños for heat or a dollop of sour cream for creaminess.
Homemade tortilla strips can be easily made by cutting corn tortillas into strips and frying them in oil until golden and crispy.
This soup freezes well; portion out leftovers in airtight containers for a quick meal later on.