Five Hearty Winter Soups

Buckaroo Smoky Chicken Tortilla Soup

Featuring: Smoky Citrus Salt

Why it works: Bright citrus cuts through a deep, smoky broth—perfect for winter nights.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, diced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 can black beans, rinsed

1 cup corn kernels

1 can crushed tomatoes

4 cups chicken broth

2 tsp Rollicking Buckaroo Smoky Citrus Salt

Optional toppings: tortilla strips, avocado, cilantro, lime

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Brown chicken until just cooked; remove and set aside.

Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.

Add beans, corn, tomatoes, broth, and Smoky Citrus Salt.

Return chicken to pot and simmer 20–25 minutes.

Serve hot with crunchy toppings.

Creamy Sausage & Potato Buckaroo Chowder

Featuring: Kickin’ Chicken Seasoning

Why it works: Rich, creamy, and boldly seasoned—this is pure winter comfort.

Ingredients

1 lb smoked sausage, sliced

2 tbsp butter

1 onion, diced

3 cups potatoes, cubed

4 cups chicken broth

1½ cups milk or cream

2 tsp Rollicking Buckaroo Kickin’ Chicken Seasoning

Handful of chopped spinach or kale (optional)

Instructions

Brown sausage in a large pot; remove and set aside.

Melt butter in same pot and sauté onion until translucent.

Add potatoes, broth, and Kickin’ Chicken Seasoning. Simmer 15 minutes.

Stir in cream and sausage; cook another 10 minutes.

Fold in greens just before serving.

Buckaroo Bold Beef & Bean Chili Soup

Featuring: Adobo Lime Rub

Why it works: A chili-soup hybrid with depth, warmth, and a subtle citrus lift.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 can kidney beans, rinsed

1 can black beans, rinsed

1 can diced tomatoes

3 cups beef broth

2½ tsp Rollicking Buckaroo Adobo Lime Rub

Optional toppings: cheese, green onions, sour cream

Instructions

Brown beef in olive oil; drain excess fat.

Add onion and cook until softened.

Stir in beans, tomatoes, broth, and Adobo Lime Rub.

Simmer uncovered 30–40 minutes until thick and hearty.

Serve steaming hot with your favorite toppings.

Cajun-Style Shrimp & Sausage Winter Gumbo

Featuring: Honey Aleppo Pepper Seasoning

Why it works: Gentle heat, deep flavor, and a touch of sweetness—ideal for cold evenings.

Ingredients

½ lb shrimp, peeled

½ lb smoked sausage, sliced

2 tbsp oil

2 tbsp flour

1 onion, diced

1 bell pepper, diced

2 stalks celery, chopped

4 cups seafood or chicken broth

2 tsp Rollicking Buckaroo Honey Aleppo Pepper Seasoning

Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

Make a light roux by cooking oil and flour until golden.

Add onion, pepper, and celery; cook until softened.

Stir in broth and Honey Aleppo Seasoning; simmer 20 minutes.

Add sausage and shrimp; cook 5–7 minutes until shrimp are done.

Serve over rice.

Hearty Winter Vegetable & Bean Soup (Vegan)

Featuring: Smoky Citrus Salt

Why it works: Cozy, filling, and plant-forward without sacrificing bold flavor.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, sliced

2 celery stalks, sliced

1 can white beans, rinsed

1 can diced tomatoes

4 cups vegetable broth

2 tsp Rollicking Buckaroo Smoky Citrus Salt

Fresh herbs (optional)

Instructions

Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.

Add beans, tomatoes, broth, and Smoky Citrus Salt.

Simmer 25–30 minutes.

Finish with herbs and serve hot.