Go Back
–+ servings
Chicken Taco Soup

Chicken Taco Soup

A cozy, protein-packed one-pot meal with bold taco spices, tender chicken, beans, and optional creamy or keto-friendly twists. This Chicken Taco Soup is easy, customizable, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken broth, low sodium
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, fire-roasted
  • 1 can black beans, drained (optional for keto)
  • 1 cup corn kernels, frozen or canned (optional for keto)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (optional for creamy version)
  • to taste avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, lime (for topping)

Equipment

  • large soup pot
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • wooden spoon
  • forks (for shredding chicken)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
  2. Add chicken breasts to the pot. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and stir to coat evenly.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot.
  5. Add beans and corn if using. For creamy keto version, add cream cheese and stir until melted.
  6. Simmer for 5 more minutes. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 35gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 790mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 580IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To make it keto, omit beans and corn and stir in cream cheese or sour cream at the end. For a creamy version, add cream cheese while hot and stir until melted. Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep or cook it in an Instant Pot or Crock Pot. Add rice or serve in tortillas for a heartier meal.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!