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Chicken Taco Soup with Cream Cheese

Chicken Taco Soup with Cream Cheese
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If you’re craving a comforting meal that’s both hearty and flavorful, Chicken Taco Soup with Cream Cheese is the perfect choice. This delightful soup combines tender chicken with zesty taco flavors, enveloped in a creamy broth that warms you from the inside out. It’s incredibly quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes to cook, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with friends. Plus, its versatility allows you to customize it with your favorite toppings or adjust the spice level to suit your palate. Whether you’re enjoying it solo or sharing it with loved ones, this recipe will surely become a go-to comfort food in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Add chicken breasts to the pot along with chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from the pot and shred it before returning to the soup.
  6. Stir in cubed cream cheese until melted and combined. Adjust seasonings as desired.
  7. Serve hot garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

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