Description
Warm up with this Delectable Low Carb Chicken Fajita Soup, a comforting bowl packed with tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices. This soup not only satisfies your comfort food cravings but is also low in carbs, making it perfect for a healthy lifestyle. Each spoonful bursts with flavor, ideal for cozy nights or gatherings. Enjoy this nutritious dish that guarantees to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups bell peppers (mixed red, green, yellow), chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the bell peppers and onion; mince the garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to pot. Sear each side for about 4 minutes until lightly browned.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in chicken broth, bell peppers, chili powder, and cumin. Stir well.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Shred Chicken: Remove chicken from the pot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg