Slow Cooker High Protein Chicken Fajita Soup
A rich, comforting slow-cooker soup featuring lean chicken breast, bell peppers, and onions in a savory bone broth base. Simple to assemble and completely free of gluten and added sugar.
Prep
10 min
Cook
240 min
Total
250 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Kim + Lila
Kim created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
240 min
Total
250 min
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Instructions
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Place 1.3 lbs (600g) of boneless, skinless chicken breast into the base of a 4 to 6-quart (3.8 to 5.7L) slow cooker in a single layer.
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Add 2 sliced bell peppers
Add 2 sliced bell peppers, 1 sliced onion, 1 cup (240ml) of salsa, 1 tbsp of gluten-free taco seasoning, and 4 cups (960ml) of chicken bone broth directly over the chicken.
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Cover with the lid and set the…
Cover with the lid and set the slow cooker to LOW for 6 to 7 hours, or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with a fork.
Look for: the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with a fork
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting…
Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board using tongs, shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
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Stir the soup thoroughly to combine the…
Stir the soup thoroughly to combine the shredded chicken with the broth and tender vegetables.
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Ladle about 1
Ladle about 1.5 to 2 cups (360 to 480ml) of soup into individual bowls and serve hot. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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