Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
  • 1-2 teaspoons chopped chipotle in adobo (from a can)
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Chopped avocado
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Tortilla chips
  • Sliced green onion
  • Diced tomato
  • Lime wedges
  • Chopped cilantro

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, jalapeño and chipotle in adobo and saute for 2-3 minutes, or until onion is soft.
  • Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cooked chicken, black beans and corn and simmer for 10-15 minutes more.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together cream and cornmeal. Add mixture to soup and mix well.
  • Return to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Stir in sour cream and cilantro just before serving.
  • Serve warm with any (or all) of the desired optional toppings.