Description
Creamy Chicken Fajita Soup is a rich and comforting one pot meal inspired by classic fajita flavors. It combines tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers and onions, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and a smooth creamy base. This soup delivers bold Tex Mex taste with a cozy texture that works perfectly for weeknight dinners or meal prep. It is easy to make, deeply satisfying, and reheats beautifully.
Ingredients
Butter
Thinly sliced onion
Sliced green bell pepper
Sliced red bell pepper
Fajita seasoning
Chicken broth
Black beans, drained and rinsed
Frozen corn kernels
Diced tomatoes
Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, softened
Cabot Sharp Cheddar Cheese, freshly shredded
Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Cornstarch
Chili powder
Salt
Paprika
White sugar
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Cayenne pepper
Ground cumin
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat until fully melted and evenly coating the bottom.
Add the sliced onion and bell peppers and cook while stirring gently until softened and lightly golden.
Sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the vegetables and stir well so the spices coat everything evenly.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir while scraping the bottom of the pot to release any flavorful bits.
Add the black beans, frozen corn, and diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
Lower the heat slightly and add the softened cream cheese in pieces while stirring frequently until fully melted and smooth.
Add the cooked chicken and gently stir so it is evenly distributed through the soup.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and stir until melted and the soup becomes creamy.
Simmer gently for a few minutes to allow flavors to blend, then remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
This soup thickens as it sits, which is completely normal and enhances the creamy texture.
Softening the cream cheese before adding it helps prevent lumps and ensures a smooth finish.
Freshly shredded cheese melts better and gives a creamier result than pre shredded cheese.
The heat level can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper.
The soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex Mex