This soup is a comforting blend of tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and bold Mexican-inspired spices. Begin by placing 2 pounds of boneless chicken breasts or tenders in the pot, whether fresh or frozen and unthawed.
Add 2 cans of diced tomatoes and pour in 2 cups of chicken or beef bone broth, creating a rich and savory base for the soup. Incorporate 2 teaspoons of minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning, infusing the soup with the warm and zesty flavors of fajitas.
Enhance the soup with chopped onions, bell peppers (any color), and fresh zucchini or yellow squash. These veggies add color, texture, and nutritional goodness to your soup. Season the soup with 1 teaspoon of pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, adjusting to taste as needed.
Simmer the Chicken Fajita Soup until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Serve this comforting soup in bowls, optionally garnishing with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
Enjoy the heartwarming goodness of our Chicken Fajita Soup, perfect for a cozy meal on chilly days!
INGREDIENTS
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2 lbs. Boneless chicken breasts or tenders (fresh or frozen, unthawed)
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2 cans diced tomatoes
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2 cups chicken or beef bone broth
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2 tsp garlic, minced
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2 Tbsp taco seasoning
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1 onion, chopped
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2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
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1 fresh zucchini or yellow squash, chopped
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1 tsp pepper
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½ tsp salt
STEPS
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Place all ingredients in order as listed above in the slow cooker. Cook on low 6-8 hours or high 4 hours. Before serving, remove chicken and shred, then add back.
Notes: Top with nonfat greek yogurt or sour cream, cotija, or your favorite cheese, chips, &/or avocado. I love to buy frozen bagged and pre-chopped bell peppers for this recipe to cut down on chopping time.
🍑 Nourishment Breakdown
PROTEIN chicken, bone broth
FAT none so add cheese, chips, &/or avocado to the top
FIBER tomatoes, onion, peppers, zucchini/squash
STARCH none