How To Make Pollo Loco Soup Recipe
A flavorful and hearty Mexican-inspired chicken soup loaded with vegetables, seasonings, and tender shredded chicken.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
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Add the onion, garlic, bell peppers, and jalapeño to the pot and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add the chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and stir to coat the vegetables.
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Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, and shredded chicken to the pot. Bring the soup to a simmer and let cook for 20-30 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the flavors have melded together.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve hot with optional toppings if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 325kcal
- Total Fat : 9g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 77mg
- Sodium : 1414mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 27g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 33g
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