Description
A hearty and flavorful soup packed with chicken, beans, and spices, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts to the pot and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, taco seasoning, and cumin. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use fire-roasted diced tomatoes.
- Top with shredded cheese, avocado, or sour cream if desired.
- This soup freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken taco soup, easy soup recipe, mexican soup