Southwest Soup

Warm up with a bowl of flavorful Southwest Soup, a hearty and comforting dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender shredded chicken, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, protein-packed black beans, and sweet corn, all simmered in a spiced chicken broth infused with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-pot wonder is ready in under an hour, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Brightened with a splash of lime juice and fresh cilantro, it’s a vibrant, Tex-Mex-inspired meal. Serve it up with optional toppings like shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips for added flavor and texture. Perfectly balanced, gluten-free, and endlessly customizable, this Southwest Soup brings a little Southwest flair to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (canned)
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels, drained (or fresh/frozen)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
• 1 cup tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro (if using). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, optionally topped with shredded cheddar cheese and a handful of tortilla chips for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3078.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2715.5

Total Fat 100.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 485mg	0%
Sodium 4127.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 225.3g	0%

Vitamin D 37IU	0%
Calcium 879.0mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 4463.6mg	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: 32.7%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 34.8%