Creamy Chicken Taco Soup (30-Minute Tex-Mex Comfort)

Chicken Taco Soup

A cozy, creamy Tex-Mex soup loaded with tender shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and just the right kick of spice — all ready in about 30 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Total Time: 30 min
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 15 oz can diced tomatoes (or Rotel for extra flavor)
• 3 Tbsp taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 oz can corn, rinsed and drained
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sauté the veggies.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté 5–8 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
2. Add the chicken and broth.
   Place whole chicken breasts into the pot. Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and salt. Stir and bring to a boil.
3. Simmer until tender.
   Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
4. Shred and return the chicken.
   Remove chicken breasts, shred with two forks, then add the meat back to the pot.
5. Add beans and corn.
   Stir in black beans and corn. Simmer another 5–10 minutes to heat through.
6. Make it creamy.
   Add softened cream cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve and enjoy.
   Ladle into bowls and top with your favorites — shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, tortilla chips, lime wedges, or cilantro.

Pro Tips

• Smooth texture: Make sure cream cheese is fully softened before adding — it’ll melt faster and prevent clumps.
• Customize heat: Adjust taco seasoning (1–4 Tbsp) depending on your spice tolerance.
• Quick version: Use shredded rotisserie chicken to cut prep time in half.
• Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently and add a splash of broth if needed.

Nutrition Info

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

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• Author: carlosramirez
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings
• Diet: Gluten-Free

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A cozy, creamy Tex-Mex soup loaded with tender shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and just the right kick of spice — all ready in about 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 15 oz can diced tomatoes (or Rotel for extra flavor)
• 3 Tbsp taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 oz can corn, rinsed and drained
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature

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Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté 5–8 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
2. Place whole chicken breasts into the pot. Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and salt. Stir and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove chicken breasts, shred with two forks, then add the meat back to the pot.
5. Stir in black beans and corn. Simmer another 5–10 minutes to heat through.
6. Add softened cream cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Ladle into bowls and top with your favorites — shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, tortilla chips, lime wedges, or cilantro.

Notes

Smooth texture: Make sure cream cheese is fully softened before adding — it’ll melt faster and prevent clumps. Customize heat: Adjust taco seasoning (1–4 Tbsp) depending on your spice tolerance. Quick version: Use shredded rotisserie chicken to cut prep time in half. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently and add a splash of broth if needed.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Soup
• Method: Simmering
• Cuisine: Mexican