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David Murphy

Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

You'll love how easy this Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla soup is to make! It's a perfect Low Point WW soup to enjoy! Here are the SmartPoints for you:
GREEN: 6 BLUE: 0 PURPLE: 0
Servings size: 1 1/2 cups
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds of chicken breast 3-4
  • 4 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • juice from 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 2 medium sized carrots diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5oz
  • 1 - 4 oz can diced green chilies
  • 1 can black beans drained (14.5oz)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions
 

  1. Press SAUTÉ button on Instant Pot and add olive oil. Allow oil to heat, and then add in: onions, celery, carrots, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are soft, which will take about 5-6 minutes. Once done, press the CANCEL button.
  2. Add in chicken broth, chicken breasts, and all remaining ingredients. Gently stir.
  3. Close lid and lock into place. Close vent.
  4. Cook on high manual pressure for 8 minutes, and allow to NPR for 10 minutes before releasing remaining pressure.
  5. Remove chicken breasts and shred with forks. Replace chicken back in pot and serve.

Notes

  • There are lots of fabulous toppings to add: fresh cilantro, limes, sour cream, crispy tortilla strips, sliced avocados, hot sauce, salsa, are just the starting points.
  • Yes, you can use canned corn if you don't have frozen.

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