Description
Chicken Taco Soup is a creamy and zesty one-pot recipe that’s packed with hearty ingredients like shredded chicken, beans, corn, and bold spices. It’s quick, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Top it your way and enjoy a family favorite!
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 (10 oz) cans Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (with juices)
1 (14 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (12 oz) can sweet corn, drained
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups cooked or rotisserie chicken, shredded
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional toppings: shredded Mexican cheese, avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the chicken broth, Rotel tomatoes, black beans, corn, bell pepper, and spices (chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and smoked paprika).
- Turn the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut the cream cheese into small cubes. Gradually add the cubes to the soup, stirring consistently until the cheese melts and fully incorporates into the broth.
- Mix in the shredded chicken and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the meat is warmed through.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings before serving.
Notes
Soften cream cheese completely for easy mixing. Microwave in short bursts if needed.
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and rich flavor.
Customize spice level with jalapeños or extra chili powder.
Swap Rotel with diced tomatoes and canned green chilies if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 21g