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One-Pot Creamy Chicken Taco Soup

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This One-Pot Creamy Chicken Taco Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, creamy broth, and classic taco spices, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 ounce)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sour cream, sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  5. Pour in diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Stir in softened cream cheese until fully melted and soup becomes creamy.
  8. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with optional toppings like cilantro, sour cream, and jalapeños.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with hot sauce on the side for guests to customize.

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