Easy Tex-Mex Chicken Black Bean Soup Recipe

This Easy Tex-Mex Chicken Black Bean Soup a flavorful soup perfect for a chilly evening or during a cold winter night. The ingredients for this easy chicken soup are easy to find at the grocery store.

Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking total time: 40-45 minutes Serves: 4-6

INGREDIENTS

for Tex-Mex Seasoning Mix

Chili powder Ground cumin Ground coriander Garlic powder Smoked paprika Fine sea salt Black pepper

INGREDIENTS

Extra virgin olive oil Garlic cloves White onion Red bell pepper Sea salt  Black pepper Diced fire-roasted tomatoes with green chilies

INGREDIENTS

Black beans Bay leaves Chicken broth Chicken breasts (or skinless chicken thighs) Sweet corn kernels Fresh lime juice

INGREDIENTS

to serve

Large avocado Fresh cilantro Large lime

SUPPLIES USED

Airtight food containers High-sided skillet Crock pot (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Step #1. To prepare the Tex-Mex seasoning mix, combine all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and stir to combine. **See note about storing your Tex-Mex seasoning.

DIRECTIONS

Step #2. Get your cutting board and cut the vegetables. Add olive oil, garlic, onion, and red bell pepper to a large, high-sided skillet set over medium heat.

DIRECTIONS

Sprinkle two tablespoons of the Tex-Mex seasoning mix on top and stir to combine. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender and start to develop some color.

DIRECTIONS

Step #3. Add fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, bay leaves, and chicken broth and stir to combine. Transfer chicken breasts into the skillet so they are completely submerged in the liquid.