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A steaming bowl of chicken taco soup topped with fresh cilantro and sour cream.

Kickin' Chicken Taco Soup

This zesty Kickin' Chicken Taco Soup combines tender shredded chicken with a flavorful blend of beans, corn, and tomatoes, seasoned with Ranch and taco spices for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained, or 1.5 cups frozen
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies (mild or hot, depending on preference)
  • 1 (1 oz) packet Ranch seasoning
  • 1 (1 oz) packet Taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste Optional

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven, then sauté the chopped onion until softened (5-7 minutes) and stir in minced garlic for another minute until fragrant.
  • Add cooked, shredded chicken, both seasoning packets, cumin, and chili powder; stir well to coat and toast spices for about 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth, undrained diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and green chilies, then stir to combine all ingredients.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 20-30 minutes.
  • Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as needed to adjust seasoning.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider topping with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.