Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
78 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
Description
Chicken Taco Soup starts by cooking chicken breasts with taco seasoning, chicken stock or broth, black beans, corn, chili beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, stewed tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and a can of green chiles. The ingredients simmer together until the chicken is tender enough to shred, infusing the broth with layered flavors. The dish has a thick, hearty texture and a mix of mild spice and savory notes.
The soup can be made in multiple ways—on the stovetop for about 30 minutes, in a slow cooker on low for 6 hours, or in an Instant Pot using pressure cooking—allowing versatility depending on kitchen equipment and schedule. Toppings such as tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions offer additional textures and richness.
This soup is convenient for meal prep and can be stored safely in the refrigerator for days or frozen for months. It also offers an option to omit chicken for a vegetarian version by increasing the beans. Its rich mix of legumes and vegetables makes it a filling, balanced soup meal.
For best results, be sure to shred the chicken once cooked and stir the soup before serving to distribute flavors evenly.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast boneless and skinless
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1-1/2 /2 cups chicken stock or broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans drained
- 1 (15-1/4 ounce) can whole kernel corn drained
- 1 (16-ounce) can mild chili beans undrained
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can stewed tomatoes
- 2 1/2 /2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- 1 (4-ounce) can green chiles
- salt when serving
- black pepper when serving
Optional toppings:
- tortilla chips
- sour cream
- green onions chopped
- cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
Stovetop Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
- Add the chicken, taco seasoning, chicken stock, broth or water, black beans, corn, chili beans, tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and green chilis to a Dutch oven set over medium heat. Cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through, tender and easily pulls apart with two forks, about 30 minutes. Serve with optional toppings.
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
- Add chicken to slow cooker. Add taco seasoning, chicken stock, broth or water, black beans, corn, chili beans, tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and the green chilies. Stir until well combined.
- Cook on low setting for 6 hours. Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream, chopped green onions, or shredded cheese.
Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
- Add the chicken to the Instant Pot. Add the taco seasoning, chicken stock, broth or water, black beans, corn, chili beans, tomatoes, ranch seasoning and green chilis to the Instant Pot. Stir until well combined.
- Secure the lid to the Instant Pot and seal the vent. Cook for 10 minutes on High Setting. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes and then carefully release the remaining pressure. Remove the lid of the Instant Pot. Shred the chicken with two forks and serve. Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream, chopped green onions, or shredded cheese.
Notes
- Store soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Soup freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw in refrigerator before reheating.
- To make vegetarian, omit chicken and increase beans as desired.
- Shred chicken after cooking for better texture and flavor distribution.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 444mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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