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Creamy Chicken Fajita Soup

Creamy Chicken Fajita Soup - Your New Family Favorite Cozy Dish

Creamy Chicken Fajita Soup is a comforting, keto-friendly, and gluten-free dish that's sure to please the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for sautéing vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 1 medium Green Pepper diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 14 ounces Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies mild Rotel suggested
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream ensure it's fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Fajita Seasoning or taco seasoning
  • 2 cups Cooked or Shredded Boneless Chicken for heartiness
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream for serving
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro for garnish
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced or diced

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot set over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add onion, garlic, and green pepper. Sauté for about 3 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add in the softened cream cheese, stir until creamy and smooth.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and chicken broth, stir to combine.
  4. Add the whipping cream and fajita seasoning, mix thoroughly and let come to a gentle simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for approximately 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add in the cooked or shredded boneless chicken, stir and let warm through for about 5 minutes.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and customize with toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro, or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider using rotisserie chicken for convenience. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. This soup freezes well for up to 3 months, thaw before reheating.

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