Description
This Spicy Chicken Soup is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and a blend of spices, this Mexican-inspired soup is easy to make and full of comforting flavors.
Ingredients
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Soup Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and diced)
Spice Blend:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion and jalapeño until softened. Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in chicken broth, shredded chicken, tomatoes, corn, and black beans. Simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice, season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Add rice, quinoa, or pasta for a heartier meal.
- Top with avocado, cheese, or tortilla chips for extra flavor.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
