Chicken Taco Soup
A hearty and flavorful chicken taco soup featuring tender shredded chicken, smoky spices, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for comforting family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. chicken breast, boned and skinned ⓘ
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil ⓘ
- 1 pkg. taco seasoning ⓘ
- 1 onion, finely chopped ⓘ
- 1 clove garlic, minced ⓘ
- 15 oz. can stewed tomatoes ⓘ
- 4 oz. can green chilies, chopped ⓘ
- 1 1/2 c. broth ⓘ
- 8 oz. can black beans, rinsed ⓘ
- 15 oz. can pinto beans ⓘ
- broken corn chips ⓘ
- grated Cheddar cheese ⓘ
Instructions
- Boil chicken until done, then cool and shred with a fork.
- In a large saucepan, combine olive oil, taco seasoning, chopped onion, minced garlic, and shredded chicken. Cook until onions are translucent.
- Add stewed tomatoes, chopped green chilies, broth, black beans, and pinto beans to the saucepan.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until thoroughly heated.
- Serve in individual bowls topped with broken corn chips and grated Cheddar cheese.
Tips & Substitutions
For a quicker version, use rotisserie chicken instead of boiling and shredding your own. You can also substitute the black beans with kidney beans or use fresh tomatoes if you prefer. To enhance the flavor, consider adding a splash of lime juice or some fresh cilantro. For a spicier kick, try adding diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. This recipe also pairs well with other Mexican recipes like Chicken And Cheese Enchilada.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the chicken taco soup in bowls topped with broken corn chips and a generous sprinkle of grated Cheddar cheese for extra flavor. You could also add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole for creaminess. This soup goes wonderfully with a side of quesadillas or tortilla wraps, making it a perfect meal for any day of the week.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover chicken taco soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it on the stovetop over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally. You can also reheat it in the microwave, using a microwave-safe container, for about 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through for even heating.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Chicken Taco Soup contains roughly 526 calories, with 18g protein, 83g carbohydrates, and 14g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (39% of the Daily Value), protein (35% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (33% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2219mg per serving (96% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make this soup spicier?
To add more heat to the chicken taco soup, consider including diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce while cooking. You can also sprinkle some cayenne pepper or add a can of spicy diced tomatoes for an extra kick. Adjust according to your heat preference.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).