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Taco Soup Easy Chicken

Taco Soup Easy Chicken


  • Total Time: 26 minutes
  • Diet: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 jar (16 oz) mild or medium salsa
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for just 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, salsa, and chicken broth to the pot.
  4. Stir in the taco seasoning and ground cumin until well combined.
  5. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  6. Taste the soup and add salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
  • Cook Time: 26 minutes