Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Serves 4
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if available)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (gluten-free)
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast (about 2 small breasts)
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and sliced avocado for garnish
- Gluten-free tortilla chips or strips for serving
Directions:
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic, chipotle pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder. Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes and their juices to the pot, along with the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Once the soup is simmering, add the shredded chicken, black beans, and frozen corn kernels.
Let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir in the lime juice, and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle the Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced avocado. Serve the soup hot with gluten-free tortilla chips or strips on the side for added crunch.