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Creamy Chicken Taco Soup


  • Author: cov3
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A hearty and creamy chicken taco soup rich in flavors combining rotisserie chicken with vibrant ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2½ cups (350 g) rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) sweet corn, drained
  • 1 can (28 ounces) green enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
  • 1 packet (2 tablespoons) taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed and at room temperature
  • 1 cup (113 g) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Jalapeno, sliced for garnish
  • Cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for garnish
  • Sour cream, for garnish
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

  1. Add the shredded chicken, black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, sweet corn, green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder to a large pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  3. In the last 10 minutes of cooking, stir in the cream cheese until melted.
  4. Serve hot with garnishes such as cheddar cheese, jalapeno slices, cilantro, lime wedges, and sour cream. Enjoy with tortilla chips on the side.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute rotisserie chicken with more beans or lentils. Adjust spice levels according to your preference for heat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: chicken, soup, taco, creamy, comfort food, easy recipe