Salsa Chicken Soup

Name: Salsa Chicken Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Mexican Recipes, Mexican Soups
Ingredients: 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 1-3/4 cups water; 1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 cup frozen corn; 1 cup salsa; Shredded Monterey Jack cheese or pepper Jack cheese, optional

"You wouldn't guess that this quick-and-easy soup is low in fat," relates Becky Christman of Bridgeton, Missouri. "Since my husband loves spicy foods, I sometimes use medium or hot salsa in this recipe for extra zip."

Ingredients

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1-3/4 cups water
1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup salsa
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese or pepper Jack cheese, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine the chicken, broth, water and chili powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add corn; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and corn is tender. Add salsa and heat through. Garnish with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 84 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 481mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 lean meat.

Originally published as Salsa Chicken Soup in Quick Cooking May/June 2001

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Aly

Nov 12, 2018

I followed some of the suggestions from the comments. I used a can of diced tomatoes and cream corn instead of regular corn. I didn't drain any if the canned ingredients and omitted the water entirely. I cooked the chicken separately, shredded it and then added it in the last few minutes. I also added extra chili powder and crumbled tortilla chips on top. This was a fantastic soup. Cheap, easy and most importantly, delicious.
lolly2420

Nov 18, 2015

Very tasty! We doubled the recipe and threw in some corn chips in our bowls and loved it. Will make again for sure!
KatyH3

Dec 11, 2014

Great recipe. So healthy and easy and still tastey. 1 cup is only 2 WW points
Amy Kay

Oct 20, 2013

I LOVE this recipe - it is my go-to. The only thing I add extra is a can of diced tomato's, sauce and all. :)
katieleigh3508

Mar 8, 2013

This is delicious soup and is cheap on the calories. Perfect for dieting without giving up taste.
eokid

Mar 1, 2013

This is great, easy to make soup! Don't forget to serve with sour cream to cut the spice...I liked it okay, but our company thought it a bit hot!
River4

Aug 23, 2012

My Husband says this is the Soups of Soups! I used a large jar of corn salsa but same results! Shared it with my best friend from Church...She says it beats (top Lable brand) soup! Your recipe is total happiness!
crafty8_58

Aug 29, 2011

Our family favorite especiall on a cold winter night, i add black beans and some cilantro to make it my own...so good
strawberryjayne

Dec 27, 2010

This is wonderful. I used canned cream style corn instead so I omitted the water. Used homemade salsa and was wonderful. Definately a keeper.
Home and Career Skills

Dec 21, 2010

We made this in our 6th grade Home and Career Skills class and we really liked it. To quote Brian "it's like a liquified burrito without the shell".