Description
A hearty, flavorful soup that combines the vibrant taste of fajitas with the comfort of a warm bowl. Packed with chicken, peppers, beans, and bold spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced chicken, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
- Stir in lime juice just before serving.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, or tortilla strips.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time—add it in the last 10 minutes of simmering.
- To make it creamy, stir in a splash of heavy cream or cream cheese before serving.
- Fire-roasted tomatoes can add a smoky flavor boost.
- For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg