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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

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  1. Set the Instant Pot to the saute function and add a splash of oil to the pot. 
  2. 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. 
  3. Once the vegetables are soft and fragrant, add the drained beans, tomatoes, corn, seasoning and chicken breasts.
  4. Add chicken stock then close the Instant Pot, making sure the vent is in the sealing position.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Serve the soup topped with sour cream, jalapeños and cilantro. 
Stove-top instructions
  1. Add a splash of oil to a pot set over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced vegetables to the pot and allow to saute for a few minutes until they start to caramelize.
  3. Once caramelized, add the seasoning, tomatoes, corn and beans. Add the chicken on top then pour over the chicken stock.
  4. 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.
  5. Adjust seasoning as necessary and simmer for another 10 minutes, uncovered.
  6. 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.

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