Vegan Spicy Chicken Soup
Warm your soul with a comforting bowl of Vegan Spicy Chicken Soup, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, this hearty soup features tender plant-based chicken strips simmered in a rich blend of coconut milk and vegetable broth. Infused with bold spices such as smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, and accented with fresh cilantro and a hint of lime juice, every spoonful bursts with flavor. For those who crave an extra kick, sliced jalapeños bring optional heat to the table. Ready in under 45 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this vegan soup is both wholesome and satisfying. Pair it with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own for an invigorating, nourishing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrot, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups plant-based chicken strips
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 medium jalapeño, sliced (optional for extra spice)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in minced garlic, sliced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.
Add the plant-based chicken strips and stir well to combine.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and coconut milk. Stir to combine.
Add the sliced jalapeño, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro just before serving.
Serve hot and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.7 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 8431 mg | 367% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.2 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.7 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.4 g | ||
| Protein | 134.0 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 746 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 5691 mg | 121% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
