Santa Fe Soup Recipe: Easy & Flavorful Southwest-Inspired Dish

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional, for extra flame)
• 1 lb bone less, skin less chicken breasts, diced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
• Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium flame. Add diced onion, minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and diced jalapeño pepper (if using). Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until vegetables are softened.
2. Add diced chicken breasts to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in drained and rinsed black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, frozen corn kernels, chicken broth, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the flame to low. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors are well blended.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt and pepper as desired.
6. Ladle the Santa Fe Soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
7. Serve hot with optional toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips on the side.

Cooking time: 35-40 minutes

Tips:

You can customize this soup by adding your favorite vegetables such as diced zucchini, carrots, or diced tomatoes with green chilies for extra flavor. For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. This soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Enjoy this Santa Fe Soup with your favorite toppings for a delicious and comforting meal!