Chicken Fajita Soup
A delightful fusion of classic fajita flavors in a cozy, comforting soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 1 can black beans or pinto beans
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Optional toppings: avocado, fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, tortilla strips
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken and slicing peppers.
- Cook the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes until browned.
- Sauté the sliced peppers with the chicken for another 5 minutes.
- Season the mixture with fajita seasoning and cook for an additional minute.
- Add chicken broth and beans; simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Finish with lime juice just before serving.
Notes
Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freezing is also an option for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Fajita Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Soup Recipe, Mexican Soup