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Creamy Chicken Taco Soup

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A warm, comforting, and creamy chicken taco soup made with cream cheese for a silky texture and rich flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (Philadelphia recommended)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped (yellow or white)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (medium spice level)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Shred or dice the cooked chicken if not already done. (About 10 minutes)
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons taco seasoning over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to toast the spices.
  4. Add 4 cups chicken broth, 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1 can black beans, and 1 cup corn kernels. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Add 8 ounces softened cream cheese in chunks. Stir continuously over low heat until fully melted and soup is creamy and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 2 cups shredded cooked chicken. Heat through for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Remove from heat and let the soup sit for a couple of minutes to deepen flavors before serving.

Notes

Keep cream cheese at room temperature for smooth melting and avoid lumps. Stir taco seasoning for a full minute to bloom spices. Use low heat when melting cream cheese to prevent curdling. If soup is too thick, add extra broth or water to loosen. Shred chicken finely for better distribution. Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut. Soup reheats well; add broth when reheating if thickened.

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