Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (10 oz) can green chilies (optional)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey or chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to coat the meat.
- Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies (if using), black beans, and chicken broth to the pot. Mix everything together.
- Bring to a simmer, then add the cubed cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese melts and makes the soup creamy.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
Use low-fat cream cheese to reduce calories while maintaining creaminess. Add spices for additional heat as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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