Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), undrained
- 1 can (12.5 ounces) canned chicken, drained and shredded
- 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, tortilla strips
Instructions:
1. Gather Ingredients:
Collect all the canned ingredients, canned chicken, chicken broth, taco seasoning, and optional spices.
2. Prepare the Soup:
In a large pot over medium heat, combine the black beans, pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, canned chicken, and chicken broth.
3. Season the Soup:
Stir in the taco seasoning, and add cumin and chili powder if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a simmer.
4. Simmer:
Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. If the soup is too thick, you can add more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.
5. Adjust Seasoning:
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. If you prefer a spicier soup, you can add more taco seasoning or chili powder.
6. Serve:
Ladle the Can Chicken Taco Soup into bowls. Garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, cilantro, lime wedges, or tortilla strips.
7. Enjoy:
Serve the Can Chicken Taco Soup hot and enjoy a quick and flavorful meal!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 800mg
Note: Nutrition information is approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
