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Taco Soup

Taco Soup: A Flavor-Packed Comfort in Every Bowl

Taco Soup is a hearty, delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights, combining rich flavors in a comforting bowl.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce regular or low-sodium
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar or honey as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh, grated
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil toasted preferred
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or arrowroot powder for gluten-free
Optional Veggie Boost
  • 1 cup Broccoli or snap peas

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the top.
  3. Cover and set the slow cooker to low heat, cooking for 4 to 6 hours.
  4. Remove the chicken, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, and stir into the remaining sauce.
  5. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker, mixing it into the thickened sauce.
  6. Serve the dish hot, spooned over rice or noodles, and optionally garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure even-sized chicken for uniform cooking and consider adding veggies in the last hour for balance.

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