This is high-protein creamy chicken fajita soup. Tender shredded chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a rich creamy broth topped with sour cream and fresh herbs — a delicious low-carb meal that’s cozy and full of flavor!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy broth with shredded chicken and peppers
- High protein from chicken
- One-pot and ready fast
- Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners
- Low carb and sugar-free
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 ½ lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup heavy cream or 4 oz cream cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken, broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook 15–18 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream or cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Simmer 2–3 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~260
- Protein: 32g
- Total Carbs: 7g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 12g
