Name: Cheesy Southwest Chicken Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Tortilla strips, for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell peppers, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Once the soup has simmered, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts and incorporates into the soup.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve the Cheesy Southwest Chicken Soup hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and tortilla strips for an extra crunch.

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