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Delicious Chicken Fajita Soup

Delicious Chicken Fajita Soup

This Delicious Chicken Fajita Soup is a quick, flavorful dish that perfectly embodies the essence of traditional fajitas in a comforting soup format.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1 lb
  • 2 cups diced bell peppers 1 red, 1 green
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 juice lime

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tsp olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Add diced bell peppers and cook until slightly softened (around 4-5 minutes).
  4. Stir in cumin and chili powder, toasting for about a minute.
  5. Pour in the canned tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Lower heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Squeeze fresh lime juice into the soup before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 5g

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or beans for a vegetarian option. Experiment with seasoning by adding smoked paprika or fresh herbs for a unique twist on the traditional flavors.

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