What You’ll Love About This Recipe
This Chicken Taco Soup is a cozy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. You’ll love how easy it’s to make, with simple ingredients that pack a punch.
Quick and easy—just toss everything in the pot and let it simmer while you relax. Bursting with flavor—spices, tender chicken, and hearty beans come together for a taste you’ll crave. Versatile and customizable—top it with cheese, avocado, or a dollop of sour cream to make it your own.
Recipe
This hearty and flavorful Chicken Taco Soup is a perfect comfort dish, packed with tender chicken, beans, corn, and bold taco seasoning. It’s quick to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can corn kernels, drained
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add chicken breasts, broth, taco seasoning, cumin, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beans, and corn. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the pot. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes:
- For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Can be made in a slow cooker: combine all ingredients (except toppings) and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Serving: 6
Calories: ~300 per serving
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
This Chicken Taco Soup is a flavorful and nutritious meal. Below is the nutritional breakdown per serving.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
What To Serve With It
A couple of tasty sides can turn this Chicken Taco Soup into a full meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
For toppings suggestions, I love piling on shredded cheese, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream. A squeeze of lime adds a fresh kick, while crushed tortilla chips bring the perfect crunch.
For side dishes, I always go for warm, fluffy cornbread or a simple Mexican rice—they soak up the soup so well. A crisp green salad with a zesty lime dressing is another winner.
These combos make the meal feel complete, and trust me, you won’t regret it!
