Description
This BBQ Chicken Soup is a hearty, flavorful bowl packed with tender chicken, veggies, beans, and sweetcorn, all simmered in a rich BBQ-infused broth. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 ½ lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 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
- ½ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook until lightly browned but not fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add remaining olive oil to the pot. Sauté onion, carrot, red bell pepper, and garlic for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Stir in BBQ sauce, chicken stock, pinto beans, and sweetcorn. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the pot. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
- Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve warm as a hearty, comforting meal.
Notes
- For extra smokiness, use smoked chicken or add a dash of liquid smoke.
- Adjust BBQ sauce to taste—more for sweetness or tang.
- Serve with cornbread or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American