Creamy Chicken Taco Soup
Creamy Chicken Taco Soup is a comforting dish brimming with tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, creamy base. Perfect for chilly nights or busy weeknights, this soup delivers a hearty meal that delights every palate. With its explosion of flavors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to become a family favorite you’ll want to savor again and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Add the diced bell peppers and cook until slightly softened.
- Nestle the chicken breasts into the pot and pour in enough chicken broth to cover them. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks before returning it to the pot.
- Stir in the softened cream cheese and taco seasoning until well combined and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg