Best Hearty Southwestern Chicken Turkey Chili Soup Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY SOUP



Southwestern Turkey Soup image

This spicy soup is loaded with turkey, beans, corn and tomatoes. We like it really hot, so we tend to use all three tablespoons of jalapenos...and then some. It's so good on a wintry Midwestern day. -Brenda Kruse, Ames, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 to 3 tablespoons diced jalapeno pepper
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
Sour cream, coarsely crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese and sliced ripe olives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, salt and cayenne. Add the turkey, beans, tomatoes and corn. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Garnish with sour cream, chips, cheese and olives if desired. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled soup in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY SOUP



Southwestern Turkey Soup image

An interesting solution to the leftover Thanksgiving turkey dilemma. My 2 1/2 year old daughter helped me make it this year. I like to serve it with warm corn bread.

Provided by Doug Matthews

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Turkey Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups shredded cooked turkey
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ teaspoon dried cilantro
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine turkey, broth, canned tomatoes, green chiles, fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, and lime juice. Season with cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir in avocado and cilantro, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened. Spoon into serving bowls, and top with shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 32.5 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 632 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

HEARTY SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN /TURKEY CHILI SOUP



Hearty Southwestern Chicken /Turkey Chili Soup image

This was a chili that I created for my husband and children. My children do not like the traditional red beef chili but love this. It is full of flavor and lots of vegetables and beans. You can use Ground Turkey as well as Chicken for an even lower calorie chili. This recipe can be cut in half for a smaller amount. I make the...

Provided by Robin Shafer

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 lb ground chicken or turkey
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
8 stalk(s) celery ribs (finely chopped or put in food processor)
2 large yellow onions (finely chopped or put in food processor)
3 tsp garlic minced
2 can(s) diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1 can(s) optional green chilies, mild (7oz) (finely chopped or put in food processor)
2 can(s) chicken broth (14.5 oz)
1 can(s) black beans (drained)
1 can(s) white kidney beans
1 can(s) white navy beans
1 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp cumin powder
1/4 tsp chili powder
1 1/2 Tbsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp fresh or dried parsley chopped fine
1 pinch cyan pepper powder (optional)
1 pinch handful of shredded monterray jack cheese or mexican blend for top of soup

Steps:

  • 1. Heat a large stockpot and once heated add oil (to prevent sticking) or use a non stick pot. Saute Onions and Celery in oil till slightly tender. Add Chicken or Turkey and cook until no longer pink breaking up with large spoon into loose ground meat pieces. (Do not add cyan pepper or chili's if you do not like the hot and spicy version. )
  • 2. When meat is cooked add all other ingredients and spices except the beans. Cover with lid on medium heat.
  • 3. Cook on low to Medium Heat simmering until vegetables are fully cooked and tender. Add undrained Kidney And Navy Beans. Drain and Add Black beans and cook on low until thoroughly heated. Add salt to taste.
  • 4. Top Soup with Cheese and serve with side of tortilla chips or salad

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