Chicken Fajita Soup
A comforting Chicken Fajita Soup filled with tender chicken, vibrant peppers, and flavorful spices, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (or Thighs)
- 2 Bell Peppers (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp Fajita Seasoning
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 can Canned Black Beans
- 1 cup Corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 Onion (diced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Lime Juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onion, and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic.
- Add the Chicken: Increase heat and add chicken, sautéing until browned on the outside.
- Incorporate the Peppers: Add sliced bell peppers and sauté until they begin to soften.
- Mix in the Spices: Add fajita seasoning and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add Broth and Beans: Pour in chicken broth and add black beans, simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add Corn and Lime Juice: Stir in corn and lime juice, let cook for another 5 minutes.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.
Notes
Top with cilantro, lime, avocado, or tortilla chips for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Soup, Fajita Soup, Comfort Food, Family Recipe, Cozy Meals