Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 diced red onion and 1 chopped jalapeño, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant for 30 seconds.
- Add 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 cups of fire-roasted corn, and a 4-ounce can of diced green chiles. Season with 1 tablespoon of Tajín, ½ teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
- Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot, mixing well.
- Stir in ½ cup of sour cream and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, followed by the juice of 1 lime. Cook for an additional 3 minutes over low heat.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crumbled queso fresco and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
This soup is versatile and can be easily tailored to accommodate dietary preferences.
