Hearty and Flavorful Chicken Taco Soup: The Perfect One-Pot Meal for Busy Nights

If you’re craving bold flavors in a warm, hearty dish, this Chicken Taco Soup is just what you need! Loaded with tender chicken, hearty beans, and a medley of spices, this soup is a delicious twist on taco night. Top it with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, and creamy avocado for a meal that’s as fun to customize as it is to eat.

Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

Chicken Taco Soup

Prep and Cook Times

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    (Chopping vegetables, mincing garlic, and shredding chicken.)
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    (Sautéing, simmering the soup, and finishing with toppings.)
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

The cook and prep times are based upon using a Costco rotisserie chicken and store bought chicken stock.  We are trying to keep things super easy because there is no need for a tasty soup to be time consuming!

Ingredients (Serves 6)

  • Soup Base
    • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
    • 6 cups chicken broth
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 medium onion, diced
    • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel)
    • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
    • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper)
    • Juice of 1 lime
  • Toppings
    • Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
    • Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
    • Sour cream
    • Avocado, diced
    • Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics
    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Build the Soup Base
    Stir in the taco seasoning, allowing it to coat the vegetables for about 30 seconds. Add the chicken broth, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and corn. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  3. Add the Chicken
    Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded chicken. Simmer the soup for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  4. Finish with Lime
    Stir in the lime juice just before serving for a fresh, zesty kick.
  5. Serve and Garnish
    Ladle the soup into bowls and top with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and fresh cilantro as desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Macros (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 24g
  • Carbs: 28g
  • Fat: 11g

More Ideas

I love using a Costco rotisserie chicken for meal prep and making tasty soups.  It is just about as easy and inexpensive as life gets.

If you are looking for more ideas and inspirations on how to put these delicious birds to use then check out the following links!

Costco Rotisserie Chicken Soup Recipes

Great Dinner Ideas Using a Costco Rotisserie Chicken

Easy Costco Rotisserie Chicken Lunches

David

Good morning and welcome to the site dedicated to helping you find great products at Costco and other stores! My name is David Somerville and these are hands on reviews of products that I have bought and used or am seriously considering purchasing. I do most of my shopping at the Costco in Baton Rouge, Louisiana but will check out any other Costco warehouses I find while travelling. Please get in touch with any questions and let me know of any great products that deserved to be featured in this blog!

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