Southwest Chicken Soup Recipe
Looking for a warm, spicy, and satisfying meal? This Southwest Chicken Soup Recipe brings comfort and bold flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 can black beans drained
- 1 can corn drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro optional
- Avocado slices optional
- Tortilla strips optional
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and cook until soft and translucent.
- Stir in garlic, red pepper, and chicken pieces.
- Cook chicken until no longer pink inside.
- Add beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir well.
- Add chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer.
- Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to blend flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish as desired.
Notes
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- Use rotisserie chicken for a faster version.
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- Add jalapeños for extra heat and spice.
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- Simmer longer for deeper, richer flavors.
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- Use homemade chicken broth if available.
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- Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3 days.