Print

Southwest Chicken Soup

Southwest Chicken Soup

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Southwest Chicken Soup, a delightful blend of hearty ingredients and vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make Crockpot recipe features tender chicken, black beans, and sweet corn, all enveloped in a creamy, savory broth spiced to perfection. Ideal for cozy nights or meal prep, this dish will quickly become a family favorite. Garnish with fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy it as is or serve it over rice or tortilla chips for a satisfying meal that brings everyone together.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 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 (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and rinse the black beans under cold water.
  2. In your Crockpot, combine black beans, corn (with liquid), diced tomatoes (with liquid), diced green chilies (with liquid), chicken broth, dry ranch seasoning, cumin, chili powder, diced onion, and boneless chicken breasts.
  3. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours or high for about 2 hours until the chicken is fully cooked.
  4. Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, then return to the pot along with cream cheese.
  5. Stir well until combined and creamy; taste for seasoning adjustments before serving warm.

Nutrition