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Amazing Creamy Chicken Taco Soup: A 20-Minute Joyful Indulgence

Creamy Chicken Taco Soup
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This creamy chicken taco soup is a richer, heartier version of the classic, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
  2. Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Return chicken to the pot. Stir in black beans, kidney beans, corn, Rotel, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Stir in softened cream cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and stir until the soup is creamy.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans against the side of the pot.
  • This soup freezes well. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.
  • Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.

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