Description
Delicious Southwest Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or gatherings with friends and family. This vibrant soup features tender shredded chicken mingling with colorful vegetables, zesty spices, and a hint of fresh cilantro. Each spoonful offers a delightful burst of Tex-Mex flavors that warms both the heart and soul. Serve it alongside crunchy tortilla chips or warm cornbread for a satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is easy to prepare. Whether you’re looking for a hearty dish to combat the chill or a flavorful option for your next dinner party, this soup is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Chop the onion, bell peppers, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Add chicken breasts along with cumin and chili powder; stir well to combine.
- Pour in canned tomatoes (with juice) and enough chicken broth to cover the ingredients. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; serve hot with garnishes like cilantro or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg