AIR FRYER Cheesy Rotel Soup
Preparation Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- Tortilla strips or chips (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Saute Aromatics:
- In the air fryer basket, heat olive oil. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Saute until the vegetables are softened.
- Add Rotel and Broth:
- Pour in the can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained) and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Season:
- Add ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cook in Air Fryer:
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes, or until the soup is heated through and the flavors meld.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, softened cream cheese, milk, and all-purpose flour. Mix until smooth.
- Add Cheese Mixture:
- Stir the cheese mixture into the air-fried soup until well combined.
- Continue Cooking:
- Continue to air fry for an additional 5 minutes, or until the soup is hot and the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
- Check Consistency:
- If the soup is too thick, you can adjust the consistency by adding more milk.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve the Air Fryer Cheesy Rotel Soup hot. Optionally, serve with tortilla strips or chips on the side.
- Enjoy!
- Enjoy this cheesy and flavorful soup as a delicious appetizer or comforting meal.
Note:
Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chili powder or using a spicier variety of Rotel tomatoes. Add cooked and shredded chicken for a heartier version if desired.
