Tex Mex Cream of Chicken Soup Recipe

Name: Tex Mex Cream of Chicken Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb ground chicken or 12 lb turkey; ¼ cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups skim milk; 10 34 ounces cream of chicken soup, light; 1 (7 ounce) cankernel corn with sweet peppers, drained; ¾ cup tomatoes, chopped; 4 ounces diced green chilies, drained; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 cup monterey jack cheese, low-fat, shredded; fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

12 lb ground chicken or 12 lb turkey
¼ cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups skim milk
10 34 ounces cream of chicken soup, light
1 (7 ounce) cankernel corn with sweet peppers, drained
¾ cup tomatoes, chopped
4 ounces diced green chilies, drained
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
1 cup monterey jack cheese, low-fat, shredded
fresh cilantro (optional)

1
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven cook ground chicken or turkey, onion, and garlic until chicken or turkey is no longer pink and onion is tender but not brown.
2
Drain fat from pan.
3
Stir in milk, cream of chicken soup, corn, chopped tomato, chili peppers, cilantro or parsley, and ground red pepper.
4
Bring to boiling.
5
Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Add cheese; cook and stir until cheese melts.
7
Garnish each serving with additional cilantro or parsley, if desired.
8
Nutrition information per serving (Full fat ingredients): 375 calories, 24 g protein, 29 g carbohydrate, 19 g fat (9 g saturated), 68 mg cholesterol, 1481 mg sodium, 681 mg potassium.

2912

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

514

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb ground chicken or 12 lb turkey, ¼ cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 cups skim milk, and more.

Yes, Tex Mex Cream of Chicken Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Tex Mex Cream of Chicken Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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