Description
This Creamy Southwest Chicken Soup combines tender chicken, beans, corn, and a rich, creamy base for a flavorful, comforting dish. Quick to make in under an hour, it’s perfect for busy weeknights. The mix of spices, lime juice, and cream cheese creates a deliciously hearty soup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fully-cooked chicken (rotisserie works well)
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can white beans (navy or cannellini)
- 1 package cream cheese (Neufchatel for lower fat)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeno, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Sauté the Vegetables:
Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno. Cook for about 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. -
Add Flour and Broth:
Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture and stir for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. -
Add Remaining Ingredients:
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), black beans, white beans, cooked chicken, and any additional seasonings. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes. -
Add Cream Cheese:
Stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth, making the soup creamy and rich. -
Final Touches:
Add the frozen corn and squeeze in the lime juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. -
Serve:
Serve hot, topped with grated cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and crunchy tortilla chips for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- For an extra spicy version, add more jalapeños or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- To make the soup dairy-free, use a non-dairy cream cheese substitute.
- Feel free to add more vegetables, like zucchini or spinach, for additional nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food, One-Pot Meals
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwest, Mexican
