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Chicken Taco Soup

A hearty and flavorful chicken taco soup that comes together in about 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper (any color), chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sliced green onions
  • Tortilla strips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until it's no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until they're tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Return the chicken to the pot. Add the black beans, pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning. Pour in the chicken broth and stir everything together.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20–25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to tenderize.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot, and add your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, green onions, and tortilla strips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. To freeze, use freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. For a dairy-free option, skip cheese and sour cream and try avocado or cashew cream.

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