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Chicken Taco Soup

Creamy Chicken Taco Soup for Cozy Nights In

Savor the warmth of Chicken Taco Soup, a perfect blend of flavors for cozy comfort food any night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 cup onion, chopped yellow or white onion as substitutes
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 10 ounces Ro-tel diced tomatoes & green chilies can substitute with regular diced tomatoes and canned green chilies
Heartiness
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed can swap with kidney beans
  • 1 cup corn frozen corn can be used instead of canned
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper is a suitable alternative
Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder adjust based on taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder adjust if using fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin can be omitted or reduced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika can substitute with regular paprika
Creaminess
  • 8 ounces cream cheese use Neufchâtel cheese for a lighter option
  • 2 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken, shredded can use turkey or omit for vegetarian version
  • to taste salt adjust to taste
  • to taste pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add 1 chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, followed by a 10-ounce can of Ro-tel diced tomatoes, 1 can of rinsed black beans, and 1 cup of corn. Toss in 1 diced red bell pepper, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Stir and bring to boil.
  3. Once boiling, reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cover. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Cube 8 ounces of cream cheese and incorporate it into the soup. Stir continuously for 3-5 minutes until melted.
  5. Mix in 2 cups of shredded chicken and heat for an additional 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm in bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier melting. For a less salty soup, choose low-sodium broth. Adjust chili powder based on spice preference.

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