Chicken Taco Soup Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight meal? This Chicken Taco Soup recipe is a family favorite, perfect for busy evenings! Inspired by a Sam's Club canned chicken find, this recipe boasts perfectly pan-roasted corn for extra sweetness and texture. Whether you're using a crockpot for a slow simmer or opting for a faster stovetop version, this vibrant soup is packed with bold taco flavors. Serve with tortilla scoops for dipping—a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for all ages! Get ready to add this keeper to your regular rotation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 521.1 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Taco Soup

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How to Make Chicken Taco Soup

  1. Shred 2 cups of cooked chicken (from a can or rotisserie chicken).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups of corn kernels and cook until lightly browned and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the following ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 (15 ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 (15 ounce) can of corn (drained, or use the pan-roasted corn), 1 (10 ounce) can of diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel, undrained), 1 cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Alternatively, for crockpot method: Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker, and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.)
  5. Stir in the shredded chicken and the pan-roasted corn. Heat through.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado before serving. Serve immediately with Tostitos scoops for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

14g

Carbs

24g