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BBQ Chicken Soup Recipe

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BBQ Chicken Soup is a quick and flavorful soup recipe that captures the irresistible taste of BBQ chicken pizza in a comforting bowl. Made with tender chicken, savory spices, and a tangy barbecue sauce base, this hearty American soup is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or cozy meal.

Ingredients

Soup

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs and/or breasts
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth or stock
  • 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can Navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup cilantro leaves, chopped

Garnishes

  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Red onion, finely sliced or diced
  • Tortilla chips, crushed

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: Arrange chicken pieces in the bottom of a large soup pot. Add minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper. Carefully pour the chicken broth and barbecue sauce over the top. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  2. Remove and shred chicken: Take the cooked chicken pieces out of the broth and set aside. Add the thawed corn, rinsed Navy beans, and chopped cilantro to the pot. Bring the soup back to a gentle simmer. Meanwhile, shred or cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks, discarding any fat or skin.
  3. Combine and season: Return the shredded chicken to the soup pot. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as desired. Let it heat through for a few minutes.
  4. Serve with garnishes: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with shredded mozzarella cheese, finely sliced or diced red onion, additional cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use any type of chicken pieces you prefer; bone-in and/or skin-on will work but may require longer cooking time and additional broth.
  • Kansas City-style BBQ sauce, which is sweeter, works best to mimic BBQ chicken pizza flavors, but any favorite BBQ sauce can be used.
  • To quickly thaw frozen corn, run it under warm water in a colander. Using frozen corn directly is fine but may increase cooking time slightly.
  • Canned white beans such as Great Northern or Cannellini can substitute Navy beans. Black beans are an alternative for a different twist.
  • Cilantro adds a fresh layer of flavor but can be omitted if not preferred.

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