Spicy Fajita Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Fajita Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium yellow onions, sliced; 2 green peppers, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips; 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons chile powder, divided; 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped (reserve adobe for Creamy Mexican Dip); 1 quart chicken broth; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups canola oil, for frying; 12 corn tortillas, cut into eighths; 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded; 2 scallions, sliced

Servings: persons

2 medium yellow onions, sliced
2 green peppers, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons chile powder, divided
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped (reserve adobe for Creamy Mexican Dip)
1 quart chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups canola oil, for frying
12 corn tortillas, cut into eighths
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
2 scallions, sliced

1
In the sleeve of a slow cooker, add the onions, peppers, corn, tomatoes, garlic, 1 tablespoon chile powder, chipotle, and broth.
2
Season with and salt and pepper, to taste.
3
Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
4
In a deep skillet over medium heat, add the canola oil and heat to 365 degrees F. Fry the tortilla pieces until brown and crispy, 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Drain on brown paper and immediately season with salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon chile powder.
6
(Reserve half the chips for Online Round 2 Recipe Creamy Mexican Dip with Spiced Chips.)
7
Preheat the broiler.
8
(Reserve 1 cup of the onion and pepper mixture for Round 2 Recipe Creamy Mexican Dip with Spiced Chips.)
9
Ladle the soup into ovenproof bowls or crocks and top each with 2 tablespoons cheese.
10
(Reserve remaining 1/2 cup cheese for Round 2 Recipe Crispy Steak Sandwiches.)
11
Put the bowls on a sheet pan and put under the broiler until the cheese is brown and bubbly, 1 to 2 minutes.
12
Garnish with scallions and serve.

1549

kcal

Calories

134

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium yellow onions, sliced, 2 green peppers, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips, 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed, 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Spicy Fajita 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.

Spicy Fajita Soup

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions