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Chicken Fajita Soup Recipe

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This Chicken Fajita Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breast with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and a blend of smoky spices. Infused with chipotle adobo sauce and lime juice, it offers a deliciously spicy and tangy twist on classic fajita flavors, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups chopped bell pepper
  • 1 jalapeño (seeded and diced)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)

Proteins

  • 2 pounds chicken breast

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Liquids and Others

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 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 juice from half a lime)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and diced jalapeño. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in minced garlic along with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the spices are well blended with the veggies.
  3. Simmer with Chicken and Liquids: Place the chicken breasts into the pot. Add the canned tomatoes with green chilis (including the juice), chicken broth, chipotle adobo sauce, and juice from half a lime. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it cook gently for 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and flavors to meld.
  4. Shred Chicken and Finish Soup: Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the pot and shred them with two forks on a plate. Return the shredded chicken back to the soup and stir to combine. Adjust lime juice to taste if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of chipotle adobo sauce to control the soup’s spiciness.
  • Start with juice from half a lime and add more lime juice according to your taste preference.
  • For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered to reduce the broth slightly before adding shredded chicken.
  • This soup pairs well with warm tortillas or a side of rice.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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