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chicken fajita soup

How to Make Chicken Fajita Soup in a Slow Cooker

This easy dump-and-go soup has all the bold, zesty flavors of fajitas—chicken, bell peppers, onions, and Mexican spices—simmered into a comforting, brothy soup topped with your favorite fixings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Inspired, Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Optional: ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half for creamier soup
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Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients (except lime juice and cream, if using) to your slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  • Once the chicken is tender, remove and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
  • Stir in lime juice and heavy cream if using.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice.

Notes

  • Use fire-roasted tomatoes for a smoky twist.
  • To make it spicier, add jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Freezes well! Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 26gFat: 10gFiber: 6g