Jalapeño Chicken Turnip Green Soup

Jalapeño Chicken Turnip Green Soup is a hearty, Southern-inspired soup made with:

Chicken, usually shredded or diced

Turnip greens

Jalapeño peppers for heat

Broth, onions, garlic, and seasonings

Often beans, tomatoes, corn, or turnips, depending on the recipe

It combines savory chicken with the slightly bitter, earthy flavor of turnip greens and a spicy jalapeño kick. Some versions are brothy and light, while others are thicker and almost stew-like. It’s typically served hot with cornbread or crackers.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican, Southern

Servings servings

Calories 238 kcal

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 lb fresh turnip greens washed, tough stems removed, and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion diced
2 jalapeños seeded and minced—leave some seeds for extra heat
3 cloves garlic cloves minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes undrained
1 can (15 oz) white beans drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¾ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice or apple cider vinegar
Hot sauce optional

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper. Add it to the pot and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and jalapeños to the same pot and cook for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, paprika, cumin, and thyme; cook for 30 seconds.
Pour in the chicken broth and tomatoes. Return the chicken to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the turnip greens and white beans. Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until the greens are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
Stir in the lime juice or apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust the salt, pepper, and heat level.
Ladle into bowls and serve hot, preferably with cornbread or crusty bread. Garnish with sliced jalapeño if desired.

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Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 14g (5%)Protein: 29g (58%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 80mg (27%)Sodium: 2049mg (89%)Potassium: 907mg (26%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 13566IU (271%)Vitamin C: 74mg (90%)Calcium: 255mg (26%)Iron: 3mg (17%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword chicken, comfort food, one-pot, spicy

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