Description
This Chicken Fajita Soup is a flavorful, hearty dish packed with tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and a blend of Mexican-inspired spices. Perfect for a cozy meal, it combines the zest of chipotle adobo, fresh lime juice, and a medley of seasonings to create a comforting soup that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cups chopped bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1 (10-ounce) can tomatoes with green chilis, undrained
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1.5 tablespoons chipotle adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (start with half a lime and taste test)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Toss in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and diced jalapeño. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Add the minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to the pot. Stir continuously and cook for about 1 minute until the garlic releases its aroma.
- Add Main Ingredients: Incorporate the chicken breasts, the can of tomatoes with green chilis (undrained), chicken broth, chipotle adobo sauce, and juice from half a lime. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the chicken breasts are fully cooked through.
- Shred Chicken and Finish: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them on a plate using forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stir well, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve the soup hot.
Notes
- For spicier soup, include the seeds of the jalapeño or add extra chipotle adobo sauce.
- You can use shredded rotisserie chicken as a shortcut, adding it in the last 5 minutes of cooking instead of simmering raw chicken.
- Serving with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or tortilla chips enhances flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
