creamy chicken tortilla soup

Rockwall, TX
Updated on Jan 8, 2026

This is a great take on a Southwestern favorite. Perfect for a chilly evening.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

The aroma of this chicken soup while cooking makes you practically giddy to fill up your bowl and give it a try! It's creamy and filled with Southwest flavor. Easy to make, this is guaranteed to warm ya up on a cold night.

prep time 1 Hr
cook time 2 Hr
method Stove Top
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 large rotisserie chicken, boned and skinned
  • 1 package cream cheese (8 oz)
  • 1 package taco seasoning mix
  • 1 large stalk celery, sliced thin or chopped
  • 2 - carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 can mild green chilies (these come in small cans, 4 oz)
  • 1 quart chicken broth
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 4+ cups water (as needed)
  • 1 package shredded cheddar, jack or Mexican blend cheese (8 oz)
  • - salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1-2 - avocados, sliced (optional)
  • 1 package tortilla chips

How To Make creamy chicken tortilla soup

  • Rotisserie chicken in a Dutch oven.
    Step 1
    Break up boned chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Soup ingredients added to the Dutch oven.
    Step 2
    In a large soup pot, combine all ingredients except the tortilla chips, shredded cheese, and the avocados. Cook over medium heat until soup comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for a couple of hours, stirring occasionally.
  • A bowl of Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup with cheese and avocado.
    Step 3
    To serve, put tortilla chips in the bottom of a bowl. Ladle hot soup on top. Sprinkle with cheese and add avocado slices, if desired. This is terrific served with cornbread or cheese bread.

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 298kcal, carbohydrates: 11g, cholesterol: 88mg, fat: 20g, fiber: 4g, protein: 21g, saturated fat: 9g, sodium: 1220mg, sugar: 5g, unsaturated fat: 11g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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Culture: Mexican
Category: Chicken Soups
Category: Cream Soups
Keyword: #creamy
Keyword: #taco
Collection: Soup's On!
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Stove Top

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