White Taco Soup

Warm up with a bowl of creamy, flavor-packed White Taco Soup, a comforting twist on classic taco flavors. This quick and easy one-pot recipe combines tender shredded chicken, hearty great northern beans, and a touch of heat from diced green chilies, all simmered in a rich, seasoned broth infused with cumin, chili powder, and paprika. The secret ingredient? Velvety cream cheese, which melts into the soup for a luscious texture that's irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights, this 40-minute recipe is both satisfying and versatile, served with crunchy tortilla chips and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for the ultimate finishing touch. Whether you're craving Tex-Mex-inspired comfort food or a crowd-pleasing dinner, this creamy white chicken taco soup is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 2 cans Canned great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can Canned diced green chilies
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded chicken, great northern beans, and canned diced green chilies.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the spice mixture to the pot and stir well to distribute the flavors.

Step 6

Cut the softened cream cheese into smaller cubes and add them to the pot. Stir until the cream cheese melts completely and the soup becomes creamy.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 10

Serve with tortilla chips on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2985.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3611.2

Total Fat 171.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 656.7mg	0%
Sodium 9056.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.1g
Protein 234.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1015.8mg	0%
Iron 29.2mg	0%
Potassium 4937.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 32.5%