Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Taco Soup

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Reminiscent of the very popular dish King Ranch Chicken in the form a soup. With all the same flavors and the convenience of throwing everything into a slow cooker, this will also quickly become a favorite. Top with fried corn tortilla strips, if desired.

Submitted by Yoly
Updated on February 23, 2023
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 20 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 serving nonstick cooking spray

  • 1 cup diced onion

  • 1 cup diced bell pepper

  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)

  • 1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles (such as Ortega®)

  • 2 tablespoons oil

  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast

  • 1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese, softened

Directions

  1. Spray a slow cooker with cooking spray. Add onions, bell pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, condensed soup, and chiles.

  2. Combine oil, taco seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, cumin, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat on all sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.

    an overhead view of seasoned chicken breasts in a glass mixing bowl.

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  3. Cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 2 to 3 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the slow cooker and shred.

    chicken, after being cooked, being shredded and ready to add back into a slow cooker.

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  4. Add Neufchatel cheese to the slow cooker and stir until melted. Return chicken to the slow cooker and cook until warmed through, 20 to 30 minutes more.

    shredded chicken and cream cheese being added to back into a crockpot.

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  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

302 Calories
18g Fat
12g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 302
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 24%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 2172mg 94%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 22g 43%
Vitamin C 38mg 42%
Calcium 63mg 5%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 375mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.