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Creamy Chicken Taco Soup

Creamy Chicken Taco Soup


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  • Author: Amanda Hartwellen
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, hearty Tex-Mex soup packed with shredded chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, and enchilada sauce. Bursting with zesty taco flavors, this one-pot recipe comes together in under 40 minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or cozy family dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2½ cups (350 g) rotisserie chicken, shredded

  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) pinto beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) petite diced tomatoes

  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) sweet corn, drained

  • 1 can (28 oz / 794 g) green enchilada sauce

  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 ml) chicken broth

  • 1 packet (2 tbsp / 16 g) taco seasoning

  • ½ tsp (1.5 g) cumin

  • ½ tsp (1.5 g) chili powder

  • ½ tsp (1.5 g) garlic powder

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, cubed, room temperature

Topping Options

  • 1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese

  • Fresh jalapeño slices

  • Chopped cilantro

  • Lime wedges

  • Sour cream

  • Tortilla chips


Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, combine shredded chicken, black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Stir and bring to a boil.

  • Reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • During the last 10 minutes, add cream cheese cubes. Stir until melted and soup becomes creamy.

  • Ladle into bowls and top with cheddar, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, sour cream, and tortilla chips.

  • Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a fast, flavorful shortcut.

Soften cream cheese first for easier melting.

For a thicker soup, simmer longer uncovered.

Add extra chili powder or hot sauce for more spice.

Store in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze (without toppings) for 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: One-Pot/Stovetop
  • Cuisine: ex-Mex