Creamy Taco Chicken Soup: Comfort in a Bowl!
This delicious and creamy chicken soup is loaded with all the flavors of your favorite tacos. Perfect for a cozy dinner night at home, it's packed with chicken, beans, and a flavorful taco seasoning that's sure to please the whole family.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs skinless
- 2 cups sweet corn rinsed
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1.5 cups cooked black beans drained, if canned
- 8 ounces cream cheese cut into cubes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute.
- Place the chicken thighs in the pot, then pour the chicken broth over them. Stir in the taco seasoning, ground cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Add the sweet corn and black beans to the pot. Stir to combine all the ingredients well.
- Cover and simmer over low heat for about 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted and incorporate. Make sure the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until fully melted and integrated.
Notes
This comforting soup can be customized with toppings like avocado slices, fresh cilantro, or a sprinkle of lime juice for additional brightness.