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Irresistibly Smoky Chipotle Chicken Soup You’ll Crave for Dinner

This Smoky Chipotle Chicken Soup combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and smoky chipotle peppers for a comforting dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keyword: Comfort Food, Easy Recipe, family dinner, freezer-friendly, One-Pot Meal, Smoky Chipotle Chicken Soup
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

  • 4 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Using rotisserie chicken can save you time.
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce Adjust the amount for milder flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Sautéed for sweetness.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Enhances flavor.
  • 1 can Canned Corn Frozen corn works as well.
  • 1 can Pinto Beans (canned, drained, and rinsed) Can swap for black or white beans.
  • 1 can Fire-Roasted Tomatoes (canned) Adds acidity.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.

For the Creaminess

  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use coconut milk for dairy-free.

For Flavor and Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Brightens flavors.

For Garnishing

  • 1/2 cup Queso Fresco (crumbled) Tangy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped) Adds freshness.
  • 1 Lime Wedges For serving.

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Incorporate chopped chipotle peppers, ground cumin, and smoked paprika; sauté for an additional minute to bloom the spices.
  • Pour in chicken broth, fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, and pinto beans. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in shredded cooked chicken and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Lower the heat, mix in heavy cream, warming through without boiling for about 5 minutes.
  • Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnishing with queso fresco, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust spice levels to your preference; for a creamy texture without dairy, use coconut milk. This soup can be made ahead and is freezer-friendly.