Southwestern Chicken Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful Southwestern Chicken Soup! This slow cooker recipe combines tender shredded chicken, sweet corn, hearty beans, and zesty salsa for a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for a chilly evening. The vibrant flavors and easy preparation make it a weeknight winner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 490 mins
Calories 417.2 kcal
Protein 83g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southwestern Chicken

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How to Make Southwestern Chicken

  1. In a 3-quart slow cooker, combine 1 (15-ounce) can of corn, drained, 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans, rinsed and drained, and 1 cup of your favorite salsa.
  2. Add 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken (about 1.5 lbs cooked chicken breast).
  3. Pour the remaining 1 cup of salsa over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is heated through and the flavors have melded. Alternatively, cook on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup of V8 juice (or vegetable broth) for extra flavor and liquid consistency if needed.
  6. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  7. Cover and cook on high for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

23g

Carbs

15g