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Easy Chicken Taco Soup

Easy Chicken Taco Soup

This Easy Chicken Taco Soup combines comfort and flavor in just 35 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans (10 ounce) Ro-tel diced tomatoes & green chilies with juices
  • 1 can (14 ounce) black beans drained & rinsed
  • 1 can (12 ounce) corn drained
  • 1/2 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken shredded
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
Garnishes
  • shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • avocado
  • cilantro
  • tortilla strips

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with juices, black beans, corn, and red bell pepper.
  3. Add the chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Add the shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with shredded Mexican cheese blend, avocado, cilantro, and tortilla strips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings or spice adjustments to suit your taste. This soup is perfect for any occasion.

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