Cozy Mexican Chicken Soup
Mexican Chicken Soup: whip up this flavorful and comforting recipe in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick, wholesome family dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 15 ounces can of black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 14.5 ounces can of tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 8 ounces can of tomato sauce
- 2 cups diced or shredded cooked chicken
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped yellow onion and chopped red bell pepper, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-5 minutes or until just softened.
- Stir in the drained and rinsed black beans, undrained canned tomatoes with green chilies, frozen corn, tomato sauce, cooked chicken, and taco seasoning.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the soup immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced avocado if desired.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, lightly char your bell pepper before chopping. This adds a smoky note that enhances the soup's profile.
- If your soup tastes a bit flat, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end; it brightens all the flavors.
- Store leftover Mexican Chicken Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight and reheat gently on the stove. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- If your soup tastes a bit flat, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end; it brightens all the flavors.
- Store leftover Mexican Chicken Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It freezes well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight and reheat gently on the stove. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.