Santa Fe Chicken Soup
This Santa Fe Chicken Soup is like a warm handshake on a chilly day — slow-cooked, hearty, and loaded with bold flavors that’ll have you coming back for seconds. Tender shredded chicken simmers all day in a rich broth with a spicy kick from taco seasoning, fresh green chilies, and smoky beans. Toss in some corn with peppers and zesty salsa verde, and you’re halfway to a bowl of pure Texas soul.
Top it off with melted cheddar or Munster and a dollop of cool sour cream for that perfect balance. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just looking to spice up your weeknight dinner, this soup brings comfort food with a little Southern swagger.
Fire it up, gather ‘round, and let that flavor do the talking.
Recipe
Ingredients
2 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon oil
½ medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 (15 oz) can Del Monte petite cut tomatoes
1 (4 oz) can green chilies
1 can corn with peppers, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can ranch-style beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
8 oz green chili salsa (salsa verde)
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheddar or Munster cheese, for serving
Sour cream, optional, for serving
Method
In a pot, cook the chicken breasts in water with one bay leaf and some chili powder. (If possible, cook ahead, then cool the chicken in the broth.) Remove chicken, shred or tear into pieces, and set aside. Reserve broth.
In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in oil until soft; set aside.
Drain and rinse the corn, ranch style beans, and black beans in a colander under cold water.
In a large pot or pan, combine the taco seasoning, petite cut tomatoes, green chilies, drained corn, drained ranch style beans, drained black beans, green chili salsa, chicken broth, cooked shredded chicken, and sautéed onion and garlic.
Cook over medium heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese and sour cream if desired. Chips make a great side.
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