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Easy Creamy Chicken Taco Soup for Busy Weeknights

Close-up of a rich, creamy bowl of chicken taco soup loaded with chicken chunks, black beans, and corn.
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Make this comforting, hearty Chicken Taco Soup quickly on the stovetop. It uses simple ingredients and delivers bold taco flavor, making it a perfect, satisfying meal for busy families.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 packet (about 1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup water (optional, for thinning)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. You do not need to cook them through at this stage.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the Rotel tomatoes, black beans, corn, condensed cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and taco seasoning mix. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the chicken to cook completely.
  5. Remove the lid and add the cubed cream cheese. Stir gently until the cream cheese is completely melted and the soup becomes creamy.
  6. If the soup is too thick for your liking, stir in up to 1/2 cup of water until you reach your desired consistency.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your favorite taco toppings.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except the cream cheese in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. Stir in the cream cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Shred the chicken instead of cubing it for a different texture. You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time; add it in step 4.
  • Serve this **dinner bowl with toppings** like shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, crushed tortilla chips, or fresh cilantro.
  • This soup freezes well. Cool completely before storing in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.

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