Copycat Carrabba’s Spicy Chicken Soup
A hearty and comforting soup that captures the essence of Carrabba’s Italian Grill with robust spices and fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno, diced (adjust for heat preference)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and jalapeno. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy it with crusty bread for dipping or on its own!
Notes
Adjust spice levels according to preference and consider using fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.