Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken tortilla soup. Such an easy crowd pleasing weeknight meal that comes together in 30 minutes!

Here's what you need:

• 1 yellow onion; diced

• 1 bell pepper; diced

• Optional- minced jalapeno

• 4 garlic cloves; minced

• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken

• 6 cups low sodium vegetable or chicken broth

• 1 can of corn; drained

• 1 can of black beans; drained and rinsed

• 1 can fire roasted tomatoes

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 tablespoon chili powder

• 1 lime; juiced

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Toppings: queso fresco cheese, sliced jalapeño, chopped avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips

Directions: 

1. In a large pot heat up 2 tablespoons of avocado oil, add onions, bell pepper and jalapeño. Cook for a few minutes until softened

2. Add garlic, cook for one more minute

3. Add the rest of the ingredients

4. Bring to a boil

5. Lower heat to medium, allow to boil gently for at least 5 minutes

6. Add toppings, serve and enjoy!