Chicken Fajitas Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty, Tex-Mex-inspired Chicken Fajitas Soup! This vibrant recipe combines tender shredded chicken, colorful bell peppers, creamy black beans, and sweet corn in a flavorful broth infused with smoky cumin, chili powder, and paprika. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simmering blend of wholesome ingredients, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or a casual dinner with friends. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, a squeeze of zesty lime, and your choice of toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crunchy tortilla strips for a customizable fiesta in every bite. Packed with comforting flavors and textures, this easy chicken fajita soup recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 15-ounce can Black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (frozen or canned)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.33 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole Lime, cut into wedges
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional topping)
• 0.25 cup Sour cream (optional topping)
• 1 cup Tortilla strips or chips (optional topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sliced bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth into the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 6

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges. Add optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla strips if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3324.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2734.5

Total Fat 107.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 475.6mg	0%
Sodium 7430.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.4g
Protein 222.8g	0%

Vitamin D 16.5IU	0%
Calcium 1010.3mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 5255.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.6%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 33.4%