Description
A comforting and flavorful taco soup packed with protein, creamy without guilt, and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (10 oz) can green chilies (optional)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey or chicken, cooking until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Sprinkle in taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the meat evenly.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, green chilies (if using), black beans, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer and add cubed cream cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime if desired.
Notes
This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months. Reheat on the stove over medium heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg