Spicy Chicken Chipotle Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Chicken Chipotle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 1/2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix; 1 large white onion, diced small; 1 large green pepper, diced small; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried chipotle peppers; 1 quart chicken stock; 14 ounces tomatoes, diced (Fire Roasted Tomatoes works best); 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, coarsly choppped; fresh lime juice; avocado; monterey jack cheese, grated; green onion, chopped; tortilla chips, crushd

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 1/2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
1 large white onion, diced small
1 large green pepper, diced small
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried chipotle peppers
1 quart chicken stock
14 ounces tomatoes, diced (Fire Roasted Tomatoes works best)
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, coarsly choppped
fresh lime juice
avocado
monterey jack cheese, grated
green onion, chopped
tortilla chips, crushd

1
Season the chicken with fajita seasoning.
2
In a medium stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat, then saute chicken in batches until brown.
3
Remove and set aside.
4
In the same pan, heat remaining oil and saute onions, green pepper and garlic for about 3 minutes.
5
Stir in chipotle flakes and continue cooking for 6-8 minutes on medium-high heat or until onions are lightly browned and limp.
6
Return chicken to pot and add chicken stock, followed by tomatoes.
7
Bring to boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
8
Add the cilantro and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
9
Ladle soup into individual serving bowls, squeeze lime over top and garnish with avocado, grated Jack cheese, chopped green onions or crushed tortilla chips.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces, 1 1/2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix, 1 large white onion, diced small, 1 large green pepper, diced small, and more.

Yes, Spicy Chicken Chipotle Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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