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A vibrant bowl of Chicken Taco Soup, featuring beans, corn, and tomatoes, is garnished with sour cream, sliced avocado, cilantro, and crispy tortilla chips.

Chicken Taco Soup : Best Tips for a Quick Dinner

By Nancy
Craving cozy comfort food? Make Chicken Taco Soup in under 40 minutes with simple ingredients. Try this hearty recipe today.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main course, Soup
Cuisine Mexican-American
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade blend
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can kidney beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1 can diced tomatoes fire-roasted optional
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lime juiced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep the Base

  • Chop onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Sauté them in olive oil until they smell sweet and look golden.

Step 2: Add the Spices

  • Sprinkle in your taco seasoning and stir for 30 seconds. This wakes up the flavors and sets the tone for your Chicken Taco Soup.

Step 3: Mix the Core

  • Add beans, corn, tomatoes, and shredded chicken. Stir slowly, making sure nothing sticks to the bottom.

Step 4: Pour the Broth

  • Add chicken broth, cover, and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes. Gentle is key no rapid boiling

Step 5: Finish Strong

  • Before serving, squeeze in lime juice and sprinkle with cilantro. Believe it or not, that tiny step brightens the entire dish.

Notes

(per serving, approximate)
  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbs: 28g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sodium: 820mg
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