Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Soup
Introduction
Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Soup is the ultimate comfort food that brings together the bold flavors of classic fajitas in a delicious, easy-to-make soup. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices, all cooked to perfection in a fraction of the usual time thanks to the Instant Pot.
Perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry crowd, this soup offers warmth, a hearty bite, and the unmistakable Southwest flair of your favorite fajitas—all in one bowl.
Why Make Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Soup?
This dish stands out for its vibrant combination of flavors and the incredible convenience that the pressure cooker brings. In less than 40 minutes, you get a soup that tastes like it’s been simmering all day. It’s packed with protein, loaded with vegetables, and can be customized with your choice of toppings and heat levels.
Plus, cleanup is minimal and leftovers pack beautifully for future meals—making it a truly fuss-free favorite.
Getting the Right Texture and Flavor
The key to an outstanding Chicken Fajita Soup is to balance tender chicken with vegetables that retain just enough bite. Using the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart ensures perfectly cooked, juicy chicken every time and allows you to sauté vegetables for extra depth of flavor.
For easy vegetable prep, a device like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes quick work of onions and bell peppers, ensuring consistent cuts and saving valuable prep time.
Once the chicken is cooked, use the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen to get perfectly shredded chicken in seconds, enhancing the soup’s texture while soaking up all those wonderful fajita-inspired flavors.
Serving & Storage Tips
This soup is best served piping hot with your choice of classic fajita toppings: sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, shredded cheese, or a dollop of sour cream. To keep leftovers fresh for lunch or freezer storage, the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 are leak-proof and stackable, making them ideal for organizing your fridge.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields 6 generous servings. Each serving contains approximately 250–300 calories, making it a great protein-packed option that’s high in flavor and satisfying, yet light enough to enjoy with tortilla chips or a side salad.
Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Soup (Recap)
Savor the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine in a speedy, satisfying bowl. Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Soup is the quick, meal-prepping, flavor-packed dish that brings a fiesta to your table with minimum effort and maximum reward.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart to “Sauté.” Add olive oil, then onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for fast and even chopping of your onions and peppers.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Nestle the chicken breasts (or thighs) into the soup. Secure the lid, set valve to “sealing,” and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes.
- After cooking, allow the pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes, then switch the valve to “venting” for a quick release.
- Remove the chicken and shred using the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen or two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in fresh lime juice.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top with cilantro, avocado, cheese, sour cream, or any of your favorite fixings. Any leftovers can be cooled and stored in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for up to 4 days.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35–40 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Soup makes it simple to enjoy bold, satisfying Southwestern flavors any night of the week—no fuss, big flavor, and minimal cleanup guaranteed!