Pioneer Woman Chicken Taco Soup Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Chicken Taco Soup Recipe is a creamy and easy recipe, which is made with black beans and cream cheese. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 30 minutes.

Pioneer Woman Chicken Taco Soup Recipe Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 (10 ounce) cans Ro-tel diced tomatoes & green chilies, with juices
• 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken, shredded
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Toppings (optional): shredded Mexican cheese blend, avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips, etc.

How To Make Pioneer Woman Chicken Taco Soup

1. Sauté the Onion: Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened.
2. Simmer the Soup Base: Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chiles, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and smoked paprika to the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil.
3. Melt in the Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cut the softened cream cheese into smaller pieces and add it to the soup. Stir frequently until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the broth.
4. Add Chicken and Serve: Stir in the shredded chicken and continue to simmer for another 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is warmed through. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Recipe Tips

• How to get the creamiest soup? The key is to use very soft cream cheese. Take it out of the fridge before you start cooking, and you can even microwave it for 20-30 seconds to ensure it melts smoothly into the soup without lumps.
• What if I can’t find Ro-tel? If you can’t find Ro-tel brand tomatoes, you can use a regular can of diced tomatoes and add a 4-ounce can of chopped green chiles to get a similar flavor.
• How can I control the saltiness? For a lower-sodium version, be sure to use a low-sodium chicken broth and rinse your canned beans very well before adding them to the pot.
• How to adjust the spice level? The heat comes from the Ro-tel and chili powder. Use a “mild” can of Ro-tel for less heat, or an “extra hot” can for more. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra kick.

Best Toppings for Chicken Taco Soup

This soup is a fantastic base for a variety of fresh and crunchy toppings. Set up a topping bar with:

• Shredded Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend
• Diced avocado
• Fresh cilantro
• Sour cream or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt
• Crushed tortilla chips or crispy tortilla strips
• Sliced jalapeños

How To Store Chicken Taco Soup

• Refrigerate: Let the soup cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The flavors will be even better the next day!
• Freeze: This soup freezes well. Let it cool completely and portion it into freezer-safe containers. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stove.

Pioneer Woman Chicken Taco Soup Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 400-500 kcal
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 28g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe