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chicken fajita soup

This skinny soup is full of zesty flavor and packed with hearty ingredients. It's like a fajita with all the fixins' in a bowl of soup perfect for the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 green pepper diced
  • 1 red pepper diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can fire roasted corn 14.5oz, drained
  • 1 can black beans 15oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced fire roasted tomatoes 14.5oz, do not drain
  • 1 can enchilada sauce 8oz
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 lime juice
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • hot sauce
  • cilantro
  • lemon wedges

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear on both sides for 3 to 4 minutes. Set chicken aside on a plate.
  2. Add yellow onions, red and green peppers to the bottom of the pot and saute for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the onions are softened and slightly translucent.
  3. Add the garlic and saute for another minute.
  4. Return the chicken to the pot along with the roasted corn, black beans, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, fajita seasoning and chicken broth. Cook on medium low for 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred with a fork. Return the chicken to the soup and turn off the heat.
  6. Stir in the lime juice and serve immediately. Top with sliced green onions and your favorite toppings.

Notes

This chicken fajita soup is a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion!