Chicken Tortilla Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
• Toppings: shredded cheese, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, tortilla strips

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add the jalapeno and red bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes.
3. Add in the corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add in the shredded chicken and let cook for another 5 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with your choice of toppings.