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High Protein Creamy Taco Soup

A hearty, creamy soup packed with flavor and nutrition, made with lean ground turkey, cheese, and zesty taco seasoning, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade taco seasoning
  • 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 10 oz can green chilies optional
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Once hot, add the ground turkey or chicken. Cook until it’s browned, making sure to crumble it as it cooks.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until the meat is well-coated.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies (if you’re using them), black beans, and chicken broth. Mix everything together.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  6. Once simmering, add the cubed cream cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy and luscious.
  7. Finally, mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts smoothly into the soup.
  8. Taste to adjust the seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6g

Notes

To enhance your soup, garnish with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. Pair it with tortilla chips or crusty bread for added satisfaction. For storage, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.

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