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Southwest Chicken Soup

Southwest Chicken Soup

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of Southwest Chicken Soup, a flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, hearty black beans, and sweet corn in a creamy broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe utilizes a slow cooker, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully while you focus on other tasks. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, this soup is sure to please everyone at your table. Serve it with fresh garnishes and crunchy sides for an unforgettable meal experience.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 15.5 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 15.25 ounces corn (undrained)
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 4 ounces diced green chilies (undrained)
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 14.5 ounces chicken broth
  • 1 ounce dry ranch seasoning
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 23 cups)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (one brick) (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain black beans; dice onion.
  2. In the slow cooker, combine black beans, corn (with liquid), diced tomatoes (with liquid), green chilies, chicken broth, ranch seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and diced onion. Place chicken breasts on top.
  3. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken, shred it with forks, and return to the soup.
  5. Stir in room temperature cream cheese until melted and well combined; heat for another 10 minutes.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
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