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High Protein Creamy Taco Soup

A hearty and creamy taco soup packed with protein, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein Base
  • 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
Vegetables
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
Broth and Seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup tortilla chips for serving

Method
 

Cook the Protein
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 more minutes.
Add Vegetables and Broth
  1. Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and taco seasoning.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Make it Creamy
  1. Stir in the heavy cream and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. If desired, blend a portion of the soup for a creamier texture.
Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey with lentils or additional beans.

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