Description
Warm up with this bold and flavorful Spicy Green Chili Chicken Tenderloin Soup! It’s a tantalizing blend of Mexican spices, green chilies, and savory chicken that will delight your taste buds and keep you cozy during any cold day. Perfect for those who love a bit of heat in their meals!
Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken tenderloins
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups water
– 1 cup roasted green chilies, diced
– 2 teaspoons ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup corn kernels
– 1 cup cooked black beans
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 1 lime
– Optional toppings: sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken tenderloins and sauté until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add diced onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and water, stirring well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Add roasted green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine the spices with the broth.
5. Return the chicken to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon into bite-sized pieces.
6. Add corn and black beans, continuing to simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice just before serving.
8. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with avocado slices, sour cream, and shredded cheese as desired.