Spicy Tex Mex Mexican Chicken Soup

Warm up your table with a bowl of Spicy Tex Mex Mexican Chicken Soup, a hearty, flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. This easy-to-make soup combines tender shredded chicken, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, earthy black beans, sweet corn, and a medley of bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika for a fiesta of flavors in every bite. Fresh jalapeño and lime juice add a zesty kick, while a sprinkle of chopped cilantro provides a refreshing finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is both satisfying and wholesome, ideal for a crowd-pleasing dinner or meal prep. Serve it with warm tortillas or a dollop of sour cream for the ultimate Tex-Mex experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, seeds removed and diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 15-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, jalapeño, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.

Step 4

Add the shredded chicken, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, black beans, frozen corn, chicken broth, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving for a fresh, vibrant flavor.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1476.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1954.5

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 608.3mg	0%
Sodium 2998.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 251.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 377.5mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 3436.5mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 52.4%

Carbs: 20.6%