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A bowl of seven can taco soup with toppings.

7 Can Taco Soup

5 from 1 vote
Servings 8
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Seven cans of taco fixings are simmered in a savory broth and topped with all of your favorite taco toppings making this a delicious and affordable meal that's on the table in 30 minutes!

Ingredients
 

Soup Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans (15oz, drained & rinsed)
  • 1 can pinto beans (15oz, drained & rinsed)
  • 1 can corn kernels (15oz, drained)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (15oz, with green chilis)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (10oz, with lime and cilantro)
  • 1 can chicken breast (10oz, drained and shredded)
  • 1 can chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Toppings

  • shredded cheese
  • green onions (sliced)
  • sour cream
  • cilantro
  • tortilla strips

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic. Saute until the onion is translucent, for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper to the onion and garlic mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Next, add in your 7 cans. First the black beans, pinto beans, corn, both diced tomatoes, shredded chicken and chicken broth. Mix everything together until combined. Let this come to a simmer, and reduce the heat if necessary. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes, taste the soup and add any extra seasoning you may want. Ladle a serving of the soup into a bowl, then top it with all of your favorite toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Storage - Store the remaining taco soup in the fridge, in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This recipe also freezes well in an airtight container, or soup cubes, for about 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight (if frozen) then reheat in a pot on the stove for a few minutes until warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 20gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 437mgPotassium: 869mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 303IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 4mg

The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.

Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican