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Easy Chicken Taco Soup

A warm and hearty soup packed with chicken, beans, tomatoes, and spices, perfect for any day of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking chicken
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper (any color), chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies such as Rotel
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: Shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, tortilla strips

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken to the pot and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until no longer pink. Stir occasionally. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until soft.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Add black beans, pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, taco seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir well.
  6. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm with optional toppings.

Notes

For variations, add extra veggies like carrots or zucchini. Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep. Adjust spiciness by adding jalapeños or more seasoning. This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.