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You are going to fall in love with this quick and easy 8 Can Chicken Taco Soup recipe! It is the perfect dinner when there is no time to run to the grocery store but the family needs dinner, like, NOW. Grab these ingredients right out of your pantry and whip up a delicious and flavorful soup!
Taco soup is definitely a favorite at my house! This recipe is just one of my favorites, and it’s perfect for a super busy night. Try this crockpot taco soup, this delicious and easy cheesy taco soup or this low in calories skinny taco soup for more fun variations of one of my favorite dishes!
8 Can Taco Soup with Chicken
I love how easy this recipe is and that I have these 8 cans on hand at any given time. Add it all together and create one amazingly easy dish that is thrown into a stove top pot or slow cooker. As the taco soup is cooking the flavors begin to combine creating an irresistible soup. It is thick, rich and chunky! This taco soup is fresh and comforting in every bite!
This chicken taco soup is perfect served with a side of roasted carrots or zucchini spears if you have the time. It’s also great with a fresh wedge salad for some extra nutrients. If you don’t have the time to make anything along side this soup, then that’s ok! This soup has everything you need for a hearty and filling meal that everyone will love.
Everything You’ll Need
Each ingredient in this chicken taco soup is something you probably already have in your pantry! It is simple to make and a tried and true favorite chicken taco soup. If you are a fan of quick and easy recipes than this one is for you. You really just need 8 cans and that’s it! Now, I know not everyone is a fan of all the ingredients in canned items, so you can obviously substitute anything canned for whatever fresh ingredients you want. One I often substitute is a rotisserie chicken for canned chicken. You can find measurements below in the recipe card.
Chicken Taco Soup Ingredients
- Tomatoes: Diced in a can, I add the entire can.
- Corn: Drain the corn and add to the pot.
- Black Beans: First drain and then rinse the beans well to make sure the salt is washed off. I think they taste way better this way.
- Pinto Beans: Adds the extra thickness that are creamy. Prepare them the same way as the other canned beans.
- Cream of Chicken Soup: Thick soup mixed with small chicken bites. All ready to be added to the soup once opened. You could also use a homemade recipe if you are trying to cut back on salt!
- Chicken Breast: Tender chicken in a can that is ready in minutes. Drain and add it in, or use a rotisserie chicken or boil chicken, then take it off the bone and add.
- Green Enchiladas Sauce: Bring on some spice with this enchilada sauce.
- Chicken Broth: A savory liquid that fills this soup with chicken flavoring.
- Homemade Taco Seasoning: My homemade taco seasoning is so good and easy to make. Make ahead of time and store for 3 months! Obviously you can use a store-bought version, they are just much higher in salt.
Optional Toppings
- Olives: Sliced from a jar or can.
- Avocado: I like to add fresh avocado for a little contrast of flavor and color. They are delicious and full of vitamins.
- Sour Cream: A dollop on top is just what this soup needs!
- Tortilla Strips: A crunch that brings texture to the soup.
- Lime Wedges: The acid in the lime brightens up the whole soup, it’s perfect!
8 Can Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
Try this chicken taco soup with 8 cans and taco seasoning to make one AMAZINGLY delicious soup. All the flavor you know and love with the comfort of family around your dinner table. The smell of this soup will fill your house and make your mouth water. You won’t believe it is all from canned ingredients!
- Add Ingredients: In a large pot add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, cream of chicken, chicken breast, green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, and homemade taco seasoning.
- Cook: Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer over medium heat. Let simmer for 5 minutes and then serve with desired toppings.
Substitutions and Variations
I love this 8 can chicken taco soup recipe because there are so many ways to switch it up. If you don’t want to use canned chicken, then switch it out for another option! You really can’t go wrong with this recipe because it is simple and so full of flavor. Here are some tips for making this recipe your own.
- Cook In Slow Cooker: You can definitely make this in a slow cooker! Follow the instructions for all of the ingredients, then put them in the slow cooker for 2-3 hours on low until warmed through. Then serve with your favorite toppings! So easy and full of flavor.
- Favorite Toppings: I love adding fresh toppings after the soup has cooked because it adds that pop of flavor. Some of my favorites are guacamole, fresh cilantro, pico de Gallo, greek yogurt, shredded cheese, fresh diced onions, and jalapeños. You can get creative and add whatever you think your family will love!
- Use Fresh Ingredients: If you are worried about the salt content or the flavor of using only canned ingredients, know that you can absolutely switch out any of the ingredients you like. This is a quick and easy recipe for when you are super short on time.
Storing Leftovers
This 8 can taco soup recipe is a favorite at my house because it is easy and so full of flavor. Not to mention super filling! If you do happen to have some leftover, then you will be really happy with how great these leftovers taste. Here is how to store them.
- In the Refrigerator: You can store your leftover taco soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
More Soup Recipes
If this recipe has you in the mood for more soup, I have you covered! I am a huge fan of soup and have so many delicious recipes on my blog. Here are a few that are my family’s favorites that I know you will love too!
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8 Can Chicken Taco Soup
Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, diced
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed
- 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (12 ounce) can chicken breast, drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can green enchilada sauce
- 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
- 2 Tablespoons (or 1 packet ) taco seasoning
Optional Toppings
- olives, sliced
- avocado, diced
- sour cream
- tortilla strips
- lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, cream of chicken, chicken breast, green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, and homemade taco seasoning.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer over medium heat. Let simmer for 5 minutes and serve with desired toppings.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Thanks for such a yummy recipe! I added cilantro because I love cilantro. I’ve never tried a recipe from you I didn’t like!
This was easy and delicious! Only substituted cannelini beans for pinto because that’s what I had. It had great flavor. Might kick it up a little next time with Rotel tomatoes and add some pepper jack cheese at the end. Fantastic! Thanks Alyssa!
This sounds amazing! Thank you for the comment and review Rebecca!
Hi. I used a pound of hamburger instead of the chicken, and otherwise followed the recipe. Really simple and tasty! thank you!
Making this for church potluck again! This soup is another amazing meal from
The Recipe Critic. Last time I made this soup for potluck, it was gone & the ladies asked for the recipe. Thank you Alyssa for all of the great recipes that feed my family & friends.
I saw this recipe today and I had all of the ingredients in my pantry. I fixed this right away and enjoyed this for lunch. I will be sure to have these ingredients on hand because it’s easy and very tasty!
My family absolutely loved this recipe. I used left over roasted chicken instead of canned, since I had it on hand. Five stars all the way
Delicious and easy! I add a second can of chicken for extra protein.
Can I freeze the leftovers?
Yes! After the soup has cooled, place it in an airtight container. It should last 2-3 months in the freezer.
Made this in my crockpot for our church potluck as it was ‘Mexican food’ themed and it was a HUGE success and SUPER easy for me to get ready so in my book that’s a win-win!!