Description
This Spicy Chicken Soup offers a unique twist with a combination of spice and savory goodness. The bold flavors of chili and cumin meld perfectly with tender chicken and fresh vegetables, creating a hearty meal that’s both satisfying and exciting.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 2 large, diced
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Carrots: 2, sliced
- Celery: 2 stalks, chopped
- Canned diced tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz)
- Chicken broth: 4 cups
- Chili powder: 2 tsp
- Cumin: 1 tsp
- Paprika: 1 tsp
- Crushed red pepper flakes: 1/2 tsp (adjust to desired spice level)
- Salt and pepper: To taste
- Fresh cilantro: For garnish
- Lime wedges: For serving
Instructions
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Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Add the diced chicken to the pot and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
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Add the Spices:
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat everything evenly and cook for another 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
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Add Tomatoes and Broth:
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer. Let the soup cook for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Season and Serve:
- Taste the soup and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Once the soup is well-seasoned, ladle into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
- For an extra kick, feel free to add a diced jalapeño or increase the red pepper flakes.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the soup and return it to the pot.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors often improve after a day or two!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican/Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: spicy chicken soup, chicken soup recipe, hearty soup, spicy comfort food, chicken and vegetable soup