Spicy Chicken Soup: Easy Recipe for a Flavor Boost!
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A flavorful and spicy chicken soup that is easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Adriana Rose
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
- Sour cream for serving (optional)
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, bell pepper, carrot, and celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the oregano, cumin, chili powder, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Stir in the corn and black beans. Simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk just before serving.
- Substitute the chicken with cooked shredded turkey for a delicious post-holiday meal option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg