7 Can Chicken Taco Soup (2024)

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Dinner does not get any easier than this 7 Can Chicken Taco Soup! Dump 7 cans into a pot plus some seasonings and that’s it! Serve with tortilla chips, cheese, and sour cream. You won’t believe how yummy & easy it is.

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7 CAN SOUP

I am sure you have seen some version of this ‘7 or 8 can soup’ floating around Pinterest. I’ve made it more times than I can count but never posted it on the blog because… it uses canned chicken!

I have never even used canned chicken before this 7 can soup recipe appeared in my life. I am telling you, that it’s so good and easy that I specifically keep canned chicken on hand just for this recipe.

If you have any issues with canned products well then come back tomorrow because today is all about the cans!

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INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR 7 CAN TACO SOUP

Chicken Broth – This recipe calls for one can of low-sodium chicken broth and I highly recommend using the low-sodium broth. I have made it a few times with regular chicken broth and we all find it to be way to salty.

Green Chile Enchilada Sauce – You will find this in the Mexican food aisle by the beans and salsa. I always use ‘mild’ so my kids will eat it, but feel free to use a ‘medium’ or ‘hot’ enchilada sauce. I’ve had some readers use red enchilada sauce with success but we definitely prefer the green chile enchilada sauce.

Canned Chicken – This may be a questionable ingredient to most but trust me, no one will tell the difference, and it makes this soup a ‘7 can’ soup and it makes this soup so easy to make. And quick too! I will only buy the Costco brand of canned chicken because it really is the best. Buy whatever kind you want just make sure it’s the same size as called for in the recipe.

Canned Beans – Use whatever kind of beans you prefer. I love the pinot and black beans together in this soup, but use 2 cans of the same bean or substitute with whatever type of beans you want.

Petite Diced Tomatoes – These are just canned diced tomatoes that are cut small which makes them perfect for this soup. Use regular diced tomatoes if you can’t find the petite diced tomatoes.

Canned Corn

Taco Seasoning Packet – I always use the mild version of taco seasoning. Again, you can use homemade taco seasoning if you want. 1 packet of taco seasoning is about 2-3 tablespoons of homemade seasoning.

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MY QUICK TIPS FOR THIS RECIPE

  • If you really don’t want to use canned chicken then substitute with 2 cups of shredded or chopped cooked chicken. At least try it once with the canned chicken and I am betting you’ll love it!
  • To increase the spice factor in this soup use hot enchilada sauce or you can even throw in a can of diced green chilies.
  • The recipe as is, is not spicy at all. I always mix my kids’ soup with some sour cream which helps make the spice non existent.
  • Our favorite toppings are sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips! We love to dip the chips into the soup. Yum.

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TRY THESE OTHER EASY SOUP RECIPES

  • 8 Can Chicken Chili
  • Easy Cheesy Taco Soup
  • Cream Cheese Chicken Soup
  • Favorite Taco Soup
  • Slow Cooker Enchilada Soup

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7 Can Chicken Taco Soup


Author Jessica

Course Soup

Cuisine Mexican

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Dinner does not get any easier than this 7 Can Chicken Taco Soup! Dump 7 cans into a pot plus some seasonings and that's it! Serve with tortilla chips, cheese, and sour cream. You won't believe how yummy & easy it is.

Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans (drained & rinsed)
  • 1 can pinto beans (drained & rinsed)
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 1 can sweet corn (drained)
  • 1 can (12.5 oz) chicken breast (drained & flaked)
  • 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients into a large soup pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling reduce heat to low and let simmer for at least 15 minutes. Stirring occasionally.

  • Serve with tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado!

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Notes

Use 1 1/2 cups of your own shredded chicken if that is what you prefer.

I use a packet of mild taco seasoning.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 825mg | Potassium: 429mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2.6mg

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7 Can Chicken Taco Soup (2024)

FAQs

Can you freeze 7 can soup? ›

7-Can Soup can be made ahead and frozen.

How to jazz up canned chicken soup? ›

If you love food with some zing to it, drizzling in some hot sauce can be a great way to bring on the heat and give your soup an extra edge. Or, mix in some parsley, dill, or other fresh herbs to lend different tasting notes to your meal.

What's in 7 bean soup? ›

This simple and comforting seven bean stew features a medley of dried lentils, pinto beans, navy beans, black eyed peas, kidney beans and black beans. A hearty and delicious stew for cold weather.

How to make soup from can? ›

Directions
  1. Open can of soup.
  2. Pour soup into small pot.
  3. Turn burner to medium.
  4. Stir occasionally.
  5. When soup boils, turn burner OFF.
  6. Pour or scoop soup into bowl.
Nov 2, 2020

Can I eat 2 year old frozen soup? ›

Sometimes those good intentions pay off—who doesn't love coming home to a bowl of homemade beef stew that you only had to defrost and reheat in the microwave? According to the USDA, if food is frozen properly (at 0°F or below) it should be safe to eat indefinitely.

How long does chicken soup last in the freezer? ›

You can freeze it for 3-6 months, which may come in handy. I love using SouperCubes to easily store frozen soup because they can help protect against freezer burn. This soup will reheat well in the microwave or on the stove.

How much weight can you lose on a 7 day soup diet? ›

Broth-based soup diets generally last for 7 days. However, some can last as long as 10–14 days. Over that time, proponents of a broth-based diet claim you can lose up to 10 or even 20 pounds (4.5 to 9 kg). On a broth-based soup diet, cream-based soups are restricted, as they're higher in calories and fat.

Is canned bean soup healthy? ›

Canned beans that are simply beans (no sodium, sugar, or other harmful ingredients added) are a superbly healthy food choice. And do keep eating your beans, also called legumes, such as garbanzos (chickpeas), pintos, black beans, red beans, lentils, soybeans, and split peas.

What is the secret ingredient in soup? ›

It may sound a bit strange and unusual for some, but vinegar is a common ingredient in some soup recipes, and there is a good reason for it. If you think about it, vinegar is really a flavor-enhancer (umami). That's why it is so often used in cooking, sauces, and salad dressings. The same is true with soups.

How do you make canned soup taste like homemade? ›

How To Make Canned Soup Taste Like Homemade
  1. Sauté some onions and/or garlic: Low and slow is the way to go. ...
  2. Add protein: Leftover chicken or steak, some cooked diced ham or bacon or sausage (just a little — that soup is already salty). ...
  3. More vegetables: This is a great place for leftover cooked veggies.
Apr 25, 2023

Can you eat canned soup cold? ›

Our soups can be consumed cold, but whatever temperature you prefer, we agree with Alix that soup is elite—maybe even the new 'It Girl' of the pantry?” The high-heat canning process ensures that the contents remain safe (just avoid dented cans).

Is canned soup already cooked? ›

Rest assured that our canned food – including soups – are safe and tasty to eat for many years due to the way the food is cooked, right in the can. The soup is filled into steel cans and securely sealed to lock in goodness. The cans are heated under high pressure. This naturally preserves the soup for a long time.

Does canned soup go bad if it freezes? ›

If the cans are merely swollen - and you are sure the swelling was caused by freezing - the cans may still be usable. Let the can thaw in the refrigerator before opening. If the product doesn't look and/or smell normal, throw it out.

What soups can you not freeze? ›

Soups with a creamy consistency, like potato or chowders, might not taste good after freezing because it affects the texture and makes potatoes mushy. Rice, beans, and noodle soups might also taste different or become mushy. Typically, broth-based soups will freeze well.

Can you store soup in mason jars in the freezer? ›

Freezing food in Mason jars is an excellent solution for extending the life of your summer produce, broths, soups, and smoothies (just to name a few).

How do you freeze large quantities of soup? ›

Here's the scoop: freeze them flat. Get yourself some sturdy zip-top freezer bags and fill them up. Press out as much air as you can, place the bags on a baking sheet or the floor of your freezer, and freeze.

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