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30 Minute Chicken Soup

30 Minute Chicken Soup: Creamy Comfort in Half an Hour

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A quick and flavorful 30-minute chicken soup with a creamy, spicy twist. Perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (with juices)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: tortilla strips, avocado, sour cream, Tex-Mex cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot. Sauté onion for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned.
  2. Stir in crushed tomatoes, Rotel, chicken broth, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, corn, and black beans. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer covered (lid slightly ajar) for 5 minutes.
  4. Prep toppings while soup simmers.
  5. Stir in cream and chicken. Warm through for 3-5 minutes. Season with salt & pepper.
  6. Serve immediately with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • Adjust spice level by reducing chili powder if needed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southwestern
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg