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Chicken Taco Soup

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A comforting and delicious soup inspired by classic taco flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion (minced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 28 ounces fire-roasted tomatoes (canned)
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (cut into cubes)
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
Toppings
  • cilantro, avocado, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, and/or lime juice

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the minced onion, garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, combining it well with the sautéed veggies.
  4. Pour in the chicken stock and add the can of fire-roasted tomatoes along with the chicken breasts. Bring this delightful mix to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken breasts and incorporate the cream cheese into the broth.
  7. Shred the chicken using two forks or dice it, depending on your preference.
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted into the broth.
  9. Add in the frozen corn and black beans. Allow them to warm through.
  10. Serve the soup with your choice of toppings—go wild with cilantro, avocado, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, and a squeeze of lime juice!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

Don’t skip the sautéing step; it enhances the flavor of the soup through caramelization. If you prefer a creamier texture, let the cream cheese sit out for a bit before adding it; this will help it melt more easily. To save time, consider shredding the chicken in advance or even using a rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
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