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BBQ Chicken Soup Recipe

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This hearty BBQ Chicken Soup combines tender chicken breast pieces seasoned with smoky spices and cooked with vibrant vegetables, pinto beans, sweetcorn, and a tangy BBQ sauce, simmered in chicken stock for a warming and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 1/2 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Vegetables and Other Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 medium carrot (diced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 2 large garlic cloves (roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400g) pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can (7 oz / 200g) sweetcorn (drained and rinsed)
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley (roughly chopped)

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken bites with garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the spices.
  2. Brown the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook them until browned on all sides. Once browned, remove the chicken from the pot and set aside for later.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot. Add the diced onion, carrot, and red bell pepper. Cook these vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become softened and slightly translucent.
  4. Add Garlic: Stir in the roughly chopped garlic and cook for an additional minute until the garlic becomes fragrant, enhancing the soup’s flavor.
  5. Combine Chicken and BBQ Sauce: Return the browned chicken pieces to the pot. Pour in the BBQ sauce and stir well to ensure the chicken is fully coated and the flavors meld together.
  6. Add Beans, Sweetcorn, and Stock: Add the drained and rinsed pinto beans and sweetcorn to the pot. Pour in the chicken stock, stirring all ingredients to combine. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and allow it to simmer gently for 10 minutes to let flavors develop and the chicken cook through.
  7. Finish and Serve: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve the soup hot; optionally, garnish with chopped red onion and extra fresh parsley for added freshness and texture.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños when seasoning the chicken.
  • You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs if preferred for a juicier texture.
  • If you want a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
  • This soup pairs well with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.

Keywords: BBQ Chicken Soup, chicken soup, smoky soup, pinto beans soup, chicken and BBQ, hearty soup recipe, easy dinner soup

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