Southwestern-Style Shredded Turkey Soup

Here’s a recipe for Southwestern style shredded turkey soup using your ingredients:

Southwestern Shredded Turkey Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded leftover turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken or turkey broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced celery and bell peppers, and cook until they start to soften, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the shredded turkey, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the pot.
  6. Pour in the chicken or turkey broth and stir to combine.
  7. Add the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  8. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  9. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Southwestern shredded turkey soup!


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