Description
Hearty chicken taco soup blends zesty Mexican flavors with convenient canned ingredients for a quick, satisfying meal. Comforting and packed with protein, you’ll savor each spoonful of this simple yet delicious southwest-inspired comfort dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 (12.5 ounces / 354 grams) can cooked chicken, drained and shredded
Beans and Vegetables:
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounces / 283 grams) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can diced tomatoes, undrained
Seasonings and Accompaniments:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth (optional, for thinner soup consistency)
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Tortilla chips
- Diced avocado
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- 1 (10 ounces / 283 grams) can enchilada sauce (red or green, your choice)
Instructions
- Empty all canned ingredients into a spacious cooking vessel, ensuring an even distribution of chicken, various beans, corn, tomato varieties, green chili-infused tomatoes, enchilada sauce, and zesty taco seasoning.
- Gently blend the ingredients using a sturdy cooking utensil, allowing them to intermingle and create a harmonious mixture.
- Elevate the heat to a medium-high setting, stirring occasionally until the liquid begins to gently bubble and simmer.
- Reduce the thermal intensity to a low flame, securing the pot with a tight-fitting lid to trap the aromatic flavors and moisture.
- Allow the soup to slowly develop its taste profile for approximately 15-20 minutes, with occasional gentle stirring to prevent potential scorching.
- Evaluate the soup’s consistency, optionally introducing chicken broth to achieve a more fluid texture if desired.
- Transfer the steaming soup into individual serving vessels, creating an inviting presentation.
- Enhance the culinary experience by garnishing with complementary toppings such as crisp tortilla chips, freshly shredded cheese, or a dollop of cool, tangy sour cream.
Notes
- Opt for lean chicken breasts to keep the soup light and healthy, ensuring a protein-packed meal without excess fat.
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy taco seasoning and green chilies to match your preference.
- Swap ingredients for dietary needs like using low-sodium beans, gluten-free taco seasoning, or plant-based alternatives for a vegetarian version.
- Enhance flavor by adding a splash of fresh lime juice or chopped cilantro just before serving to brighten the overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg