
4.5 from 66 votes
Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Black Bean Soup
This easy chicken black bean soup is perfect cooked in an Instant Pot. A hands-off dinner recipe that can feed a crowd? Yes please!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 257 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 400 g (14oz) black beans drained
- 800 g (24oz) chopped tomatoes
- 2-3 cups corn (I used frozen but fresh/canned can also be used)
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- 2 tsp sugar (optional)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups chicken stock
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to the saute function and add a splash of oil to the pot.
- Add the diced vegetables to the pot and allow to saute for a few minutes until they start to caramelize. This step is optional but it definitely adds more flavor to the finished soup.
- Once the vegetables are soft and fragrant, add the drained beans, tomatoes, corn, seasoning and chicken breasts.
- Add chicken stock then close the Instant Pot, making sure the vent is in the sealing position.
- Set the Instant Pot to the SOUP function for 10 minutes. After the soup has cooked quick-release the pressure. Remove the chicken breasts and shred then transfer back to the soup.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as necessary. I find with Instant Pot recipes I always need to add a bit of salt. If the soup is too runny for your preference, allow it to reduce on the saute function for a few minutes.
- Serve the soup topped with sour cream, jalapeños and cilantro.
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Stove-top instructions
- Add a splash of oil to a pot set over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced vegetables to the pot and allow to saute for a few minutes until they start to caramelize.
- Once caramelized, add the seasoning, tomatoes, corn and beans. Add the chicken on top then pour over the chicken stock.
- Cover and allow to simmer for 20-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked and tender. Remove the chicken and shred, then transfer back to the soup.
- Adjust seasoning as necessary and simmer for another 10 minutes, uncovered.
- Serve the soup topped with sour cream, jalapeños and cilantro.
Nutrition Information
Calories
257kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
36mg
(12%)
Sodium
825mg
(34%)
Potassium
875mg
(25%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
1784IU
(36%)
Vitamin C
60mg
(67%)
Calcium
65mg
(7%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257
% Daily Value*
Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
Protein | 21g | 42% |
Fat | 7g | 11% |
Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
Sodium | 825mg | 34% |
Potassium | 875mg | 19% |
Fiber | 8g | 32% |
Sugar | 7g | 14% |
Vitamin A | 1784IU | 36% |
Vitamin C | 60mg | 67% |
Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.