Spicy and Flavorful Chipotle Pepper and Chicken Soup Recipe

Warm up with this delicious and hearty Chipotle Pepper and Chicken Soup. Made with tender chicken, smoky chipotle peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices, this soup is both spicy and flavorful. Perfect for chilly nights or when you need some comfort food, it's easy to prepare and will satisfy your taste buds. With a cooking time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a bowl of this comforting soup in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced chipotle pepper and cook for another minute.
4. Add the chicken cubes to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, and add the cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Add the corn kernels and black beans to the pot, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
9. Serve the soup hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and some crushed tortilla chips, if desired.

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