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Bowl of high protein creamy taco soup topped with avocado, cilantro, and cheese

High Protein Creamy Taco Soup


  • Author: David Tag
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Description

This High Protein Creamy Taco Soup is a hearty, flavor-packed dinner ready in just 30 minutes. Made with lean ground chicken, black beans, corn, and Greek yogurt, it delivers all the comfort of taco night in a creamy, protein-rich bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals, this one-pot recipe is simple, satisfying, and full of bold Tex-Mex flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes

  • 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • ½ cup light cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté for 3–4 minutes.

  2. Add ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Season lightly.

  3. Stir in spices until well combined.

  4. Add tomatoes, beans, corn, and chicken broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.

  5. Stir in cream cheese until melted.

  6. Remove from heat and stir in Greek yogurt until smooth.

  7. Adjust seasoning and serve with toppings of choice.

Toppings (optional): Cheese, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips, lime wedges

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6