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Zesty Mexican Chicken Soup

Zesty Mexican Chicken Soup

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Bring excitement to your dinner table with Zesty Mexican Chicken Soup, a delightful dish that’s both hearty and full of flavor. This soup features tender chicken simmered in a rich broth with vibrant ingredients like taco seasoning and salsa verde, making it a perfect choice for family gatherings or quick weeknight meals. The creamy texture from cream cheese elevates the soup, while customizable toppings like avocado and shredded cheese allow each person to personalize their bowl. Whip up a big batch for meal prep or enjoy leftovers; this soup tastes even better the next day!

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 28 oz petite diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 2 cups sweet corn (frozen or canned)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 8 oz cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients by chopping any desired toppings.
  2. For Slow Cooker: Add all ingredients to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for about 4 hours. Shred chicken, mix in cream cheese until smooth, then serve with toppings.
  3. For Instant Pot: Combine chicken, taco seasoning, tomatoes, salt, broth, corn, and salsa verde in the pot. Cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes followed by a natural release for 15 minutes. Shred chicken, stir in cream cheese until smooth, return chicken to pot and mix well before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (slow cooker) or 25 minutes (Instant Pot)
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooker/Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg