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Easy Chicken Taco Soup

A quick and flavorful chicken taco soup that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Base
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Vegetables and Liquids
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1 cup tortilla chips for serving
  • 1 medium avocado sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add Remaining Ingredients
  1. Stir in black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and taco seasoning.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
Serve the Soup
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips, avocado, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 10gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a spicier soup, add jalapeños or use a spicy taco seasoning.

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