Peppers, onions, and creamy cheese come together to make this delicious Chicken Fajita Soup. Topped off with a little sour cream and chips on the side, this is a bowl of southwest comfort food!
*Fajita seasoning1 packet, or homemade recipe below
2 1/2cupschicken broth
1can black beans,drained and rinsed
1/2cupfrozen corn
1(14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1(8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2cupshredded sharp cheddar cheese
2cupscooked chicken
Fajita Seasoning (combine and mix well):
1Tablespoon cornstarch
2teaspoonschili powder
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonwhite sugar
1/2teaspoononion powder
1/2teaspoongarlic powder
1/4teaspooncayenne pepper
1/2teaspoonground cumin
Instructions
In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, green peppers, and red peppers. Cook until vegetables have softened and are starting to brown, about 8-10 minutes.Sprinkle with fajita seasoning.
Add chicken broth, corn, diced tomatoes, and softened cream cheese. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until cream cheese has completely melted.
Stir in cooked chicken and 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese. Top with sour cream, tortilla chips, and chopped cilantro if desired.