Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (12.5 oz) chicken breast, drained
  • 1 can (14 oz) chicken broth
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional shredded cheese
  • optional sour cream
  • optional chopped cilantro
  • optional avocado slices
  • optional tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine all the canned ingredients: black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, chicken, chicken broth, and diced green chilies.
  2. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
  3. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
  5. Once heated through and flavors have melded, remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
  6. Serve hot in bowls, topped with your choice of shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and/or crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.

💡 Chef's Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.

Recipe by Sierra Lennox - Food Photographer