Name: Southwest Chicken Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 15.5 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed); 15.25 ounces corn (undrained); 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained); 14.5 ounces chicken broth; 4 ounces diced green chilies (undrained); 1 ounce dry ranch seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1/2 cup diced onion; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2-3 cups); 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)

Description

Discover the comforting warmth of Southwest Chicken Soup—a hearty, creamy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Bursting with flavors from black beans, sweet corn, and tender chicken, this Crockpot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it while your slow cooker does the magic. This versatile soup allows for personalization by adding your favorite vegetables and spices, making it a hit with kids and adults alike. Enjoy a bowl topped with avocado slices or fresh cilantro, and savor the delightful experience!

Ingredients

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15.5 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
15.25 ounces corn (undrained)
14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained)
14.5 ounces chicken broth
4 ounces diced green chilies (undrained)
1 ounce dry ranch seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 cup diced onion
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2–3 cups)
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)

Instructions

Rinse black beans under cold water until clean; drain corn but keep it undrained.
In a slow cooker, combine black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, green chilies, ranch seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and diced onion.
Place chicken breasts on top of the mixture and add softened cream cheese.
Cook on low for about 4 hours or high for approximately 2 hours until chicken is fully cooked.
Shred the chicken using two forks and mix back into the soup.
Stir well and let sit for an additional 10 minutes on low before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or zucchini. Adjust spices based on your heat preference by choosing mild or hot green chilies.