Chicken Taco Soup with Cream Cheese

Chicken Taco Soup with Cream Cheese

from betterhomebase.com
Main Course
45 min
6 servings
359 kcal / serving

Chicken taco soup with cream cheese is a must-try recipe that combines the best of both worlds: the comforting warmth of soup and the bold, zesty flavors of tacos. It's easy to make, highly customizable, and perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying solo.Whether you’re new to the kitchen or a seasoned cook, this recipe is sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 1 mediumonion (diced)
  • 3 clovesgarlic (minced)
  • 1 poundboneless (skinless chicken breasts (or thighs))
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 114.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 115-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 115-ounce can corn, drained
  • 110-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (rotel)
  • 1packet taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoonground cumin
  • 1 teaspoonchili powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 18-ounce package cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
  • ¼ cupfresh cilantro (chopped (optional))

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients:Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Cut the cream cheese into cubes and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Onions and Garlic:In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Chicken and Liquids:Place the chicken breasts in the pot. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies.

  4. 4

    Season the Soup:Stir in the taco seasoning, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    Cook the Chicken:Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.

  6. 6

    Shred the Chicken:Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

  7. 7

    Add Cream Cheese:Add the cubed cream cheese to the soup. Stir until the cream cheese is completely melted and the soup is creamy.

  8. 8

    Adjust Seasoning:Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. If you like it spicier, add more chili powder or a dash of hot sauce.

  9. 9

    Serve:Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.