Easy Creamy Chicken Taco Soup (Printable Version)
Comforting soup with tender chicken, beans, corn, and creamy taco-seasoned broth ready in 40 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
→ Vegetables & Beans
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
05 - 1 (15 oz) can corn kernels, drained
06 - 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
→ Liquids & Dairy
07 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
09 - 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 1 packet taco seasoning (about 30 g or 2 tbsp homemade)
11 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
12 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Garnishes
14 - Chopped fresh cilantro
15 - Sliced jalapeños
16 - Shredded cheddar cheese
17 - Crushed tortilla chips
18 - Lime wedges
# How To Make:
01 - In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
02 - Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Stir in the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with juices, chicken broth, taco seasoning, cumin, and smoked paprika. Mix well.
04 - Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Lower the heat. Add cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cream cheese melts completely and the soup is creamy and smooth, about 5 minutes.
06 - Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together faster than deciding what to order for takeout
- The creamy broth makes everything feel cozy and special without much effort
02 -
- Don't rush melting the cream cheese, low and slow prevents any grainy texture
- The soup thickens as it sits, so add a splash of broth when reheating leftovers
03 -
- Cube the cream cheese really small so it melts faster into the hot soup
- Keep some extra broth handy in case the soup gets too thick for your liking