Chicken Fajita Soup Recipe
Turn your love for fajitas into a hearty soup! This Chicken Fajita Soup is loaded with bold flavors and is perfect for any craving.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 444kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into bite-sized strips
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 green bell pepper sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 quart low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 corn tortillas sliced into strips
- Extra vegetable oil for frying
Optional Toppings
- Cilantro
- Scallions
- Avocado
- Lime Wedges
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat in a Dutch oven or another heavy-bottomed pot. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Sprinkle the cumin, coriander, thyme, salt, and pepper over the top of the chicken. Allow the chicken to cook, undisturbed, until it is browned and releases naturally from the pot (4 to 5 minutes). Add the peppers and onions, tossing well. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Cover the pot, turn the heat down to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet set over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tortilla slices and fry until the pieces begin to feel stiff (about 60-90 seconds). Remove with a slotted spoon and set on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Taste the soup and add salt if needed. Serve topped with tortilla strips and garnishes of your choice.
Notes
Store Chicken Fajita Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months. When freezing, let the soup cool completely before placing it in freezer-safe containers.
To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight, then warm it up on the stovetop or microwave. You may need to add a bit of broth to adjust the consistency when reheating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 641mg | Potassium: 1270mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1123IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 3mg
