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7 Can Soup is a super simple dinner recipe that’s made in just one pot and ready in 20 minutes. Dump 7 cans in a pot plus some seasonings. That’s it! Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips. 

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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!

7 Can Chicken Taco Soup | 7 Can Soup Recipe | Soup Recipe | 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 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. 

7 Can Chicken Taco Soup | 7 Can Soup Recipe | Soup Recipe | 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.

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.

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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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 Chicken Taco Soup

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.
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword 7 can soup, chicken taco soup, easy dinner recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 162 kcal

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

  1. 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.

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

Recipe 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.

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    • Together As Family

      Yes it is! Surprisingly, I don't even mind the canned chicken in this soup :) Although, I have made it before using shredded chicken I cooked in the crock pot beforehand. So good either way. Thanks for coming back to let me know.
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    • Together As Family

      Using real chicken works really well too! I've made it both ways (with the canned chicken and the real chicken) and we loved them both. Thanks for stopping by and commenting :)
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      • Together As Family

        You could just try leaving it out as I am not sure what you could replace with it. You'd be missing out on that flavor so maybe use a can of diced green chilies instead. Just an idea :)
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          • Jenny Murphy

            did you try the soup with the red sauce? I have red and green sauce at home, just wondering if the soup made with the red sauce was good, my boyfriend turns his nose up at green sauce, but I love it! thank you!

          • Together As Family

            Red sauce would work just fine. I've never used it cause we prefer the green. The red sauce can sometimes be spicy, depending on the brand you buy, so that's the main reason I don't use it.

          • Robin Elliott

            I always use red enchilada sauce. My grocery store only carries the red kind. It is delicious and not too spicy. I'm not a big fan of spicy food. It's the only change I make to this recipe besides shredded my own chicken breast. It is always a hit!
            ★★★★★

  4. Amanda

    I can't wait to try this recipe. What do you suggest serving with as a side? I know it's kind of a complete meal in a pot but I'd love to have at least one other food on the table with it.
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    • Together As Family

      Hi Amanda! I either serve this with cornbread (we all love cornbread in my family) or some fruit. My kids really like kiwi and pineapple or I'll use whatever fruit I have. For the most part, I always serve it with cornbread because it's something we all love. This is the recipe that I keep coming back to, it's really yummy! http://www.theoldhen.com/2012/04/14/homemade-cornbread/
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      • Ellie Yeakey

        Spanish rice is really easy to make also. Cook the rice an oil tell Browns add to can of tomato soup diced to chopped onions. Garlic salt and salt till Rye starts cooking bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender delicious
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        • Jessica Hornsby

          Ellie I actually put a pkg of the Knorr's Spanish rice IN this recipe! I use a whole box of chicken broth though so there's plenty of broth for the rice to soak up as it cooks. It almost makes it more of a "gumbo" bc there- less liquid (especially the next day) but my family LOVES it this way
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    • Jenni

      Super yummy and EASY soup! Amanda, I served it with chopped green onions, shredded cheddar, chopped cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges and tortilla chips. They could just add what they wanted. I liked everything. 😊
      ★★★★★
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  5. Dezire

    My family loves this recipe, I've been making it twice a week. I use precooked chicken breasts. I tweaked it the first time I made it because I didn't have enchilada sauce when I thought I did. I used a jar of mild salsa verda instead, and it was so amazing that we keep doing it that way.
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    • Together As Family

      So good to hear! I love the idea of the salsa verde, that would bring so much flavor to this soup. I love those adaptable recipes that you can swap ingredients and it still turns out amazing. Thanks for letting me know :)
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    • Together As Family

      Yes, jalapenos are a good addition for some heat. I agree that tortilla chips are a must :) That's my kids' favorite part of this soup.
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    • Together As Family

      Yes that would be fine. I prefer the green because I don't think it's as spicy. Plus, the red may give the soup a really dark color but taste wise it would work just fine.
      Reply

  9. Morgan

    This is ine of my facorites however i sub the pinto and black veans with ranch style beans, daines but not rinsed and i use rotisserie chicken!
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    • Together As Family

      I love the ranch style beans! I had never thought to use those in this soup. Thanks :) And I am so glad you enjoy this. I've actually made it with rotisserie chicken too and its delicious.
      Reply

  10. Jenny Yuhasz

    I love to make anything that can be quickly put together and tastes delicious! With 3 Grandchildren living with me, their Mom and a brand new baby boy, we are truly a very busy family! With Soccer practises, games, music performances, High School and Middle School events we sometimes eat on the run. Keep the recipes and ideas coming.
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  11. Tj

    This is a very good recipe my kids love it. One thing I do is I slightly over spice it with red pepper flakes. Then add sour cream to bring the heat back down makes it wonerfuly creamy. Thanks again for the recipe
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  12. Mary Kay Karen

    Love it. I bought 2 6 packs of Costco's canned chicken breasts by accident and was wondering what in the world to do with it all. Busy lives - and this was fast and SO good. Thanks! Added chick peas as I didn't have pinto beans and was just as good, and I also didn't have green enchilada sauce so used green Verde Salsa instead. Nice little kick to it!
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    • Together As Family

      I love your changes. Yum! I buy the Costco chicken specifically for this recipe. We love it and Costco has the best canned chicken :)
      Reply

  13. Brandi

    I made this soup last night with a few minor adjustments. First a made my own taco seasoning which I found on line very easily, and took about 2 minutes to throw together and if you want to do this you would use two tablespoons. Next I bought two cans of diced jalapeños. With these I actually added them to the canned chicken. I put some olive oil in a pan put the can jalapeños in the pan and sauteed the canned chicken, as I'm not really a fan of canned chicken and I got it on sale. This is where I added the cumin, chilli powder, and garlic powder. In with the chicken and jalapeños. The rest of the recipe I did pretty much the same I did use low sodium tomatos, black beans, and pinto beans. As well as spick green enchilada sauce. Put it all together add my 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and let it cook for the time needed. Taco seasoning recipe 1tbl chili powder 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp oregano 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp paprika 1 1/2 tsp cumin 1tsp black pepper or Cayenne please be careful with the heat of the cayenne pepper if you chose to use that. 1tsp sea salt (optional) I didn't use the salt.
    ★★★★★
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    • Together As Family

      Yummy! Your changes sounds delicious. I'll have to try the taco seasoning you mentioned. Probably much healthier and less sodium than store-bought packs :)
      Reply

  15. Kat

    Very good and easy! I was gifted some canned chicken and was delighted to find you liked it in this recipe and I agree. I used salt-free taco seasoning mix, chopped fresh tomatoes and added some peppers and onions. I rinsed the beans and forgot to drain and rinse the corn, but it did not effect the dish, except adding more sodium than I wanted.
    ★★★★★
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    • Together As Family

      So good to hear. Thanks Kat :) I agree, the canned chicken is surprisingly really good in this soup! Never thought I would say that about canned chicken, haha.
      Reply

      • Naomi

        Hi, question about soup. If I need to drain canned beans and corn, what other liquid will be used besides the chicken broth? Or is that enough liquid for the soup? 🤔
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        • Together As Family

          The chicken broth + the green enchilada sauce is enough liquid for the soup. I've made it more times than I can count and it's never too chunky or too liquidy. It's just right.
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  17. Baylee

    I used this but let it boil down a little more until it was really thick and used it as a layer dip for tortilla chips. So one layer of "soup" then one layer of cheese then one layer of sour cream and then start over! We've tried it lots of ways but this way is my personal favorite.
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  18. Lindsay

    Could I replace one of the cans of beans with hominy? I'm worried it may be a little bean heavy for my liking, but I'm unsure if hominy would work.
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    • Together As Family

      If you're worried about too many beans you could always just not add one of them. I've never had hominy so I can't say for sure. I think hominy has something to do with corn, right? You could always try it and see, or just not add one of the cans of beans. The soup may be slightly thinner. Or, if you like corn you could also add 2 cans of corn? That's always an option too. Good luck!
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  19. Pam

    My family loved this soup, and I loved that it was fast and easy to make on a busy weeknight. I used frozen corn and fresh chicken breast just because I had them on hand. Added cilantro and green onions to the melted cheese and sour cream and topped it all with the avocado slices. I also doubled it for my family of five and had some leftovers the following night. It was a very hearty meal. I predict this will become a family favorite.
    ★★★★★
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    • Together As Family

      So glad you loved this. And yes, this soup is so adaptable which makes it perfect for family dinner. I love all the toppings you added. The avocado is a must for me whenever I make this :)
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    • Together As Family

      It would not need long. Maybe 2-3 hours. Or it might possibly work just by keeping it on the warm setting all day.
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      • Mellissa

        Love this recipe it is so simple and easy, I had no problems making it only thing I changed was I didn't have any taco seasoning so I used a package of chili powder seasoning. ..it was great!!

        5 stars

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    • Together As Family

      It would not need very long in the crockpot. I've never tried it but I would say cook on low for 2 to 4 hours possibly.
      Reply

  22. Deebi27

    This looks yummy and pretty healthy. Next trip to grocery store and that will be on for dinner. I think I will get a rotisserie chicken, preseasoned and ready to go! And...I know my husband will like this too!
    ★★★★★
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  23. Carole

    I enjoyed this recipe because it was so quick! Reminded me of chicken tortilla soup which is a favorite of mine. I found it to be a bit salty so I would probably use low sodium beans, broth, etc. next time.
    ★★★★★
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    • Together As Family

      The recipe calls for the low sodium broth :) I first tried this recipe with the full salt, regular broth and I too thought it was salty. The reduced sodium broth really makes a difference. So glad you enjoyed this soup and thanks for coming back to let me know.
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    • Together As Family

      I am sure that would be just fine. I have never done it but I see no reason why it would not work out. Let me know if you try it :)
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  26. Kellie

    I am recovering from surgery and was looking for something easy that my teenage son could fix for a church potluck. He doubled the recipe and added more chicken. It was a big hit!! We will definitely be having this again. Quick and easy and delicious flavor! Thanks for the recipe!

    5 stars

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    • Together As Family

      So sorry about surgery. But that makes me happy to hear that your son made this! I am so glad everyone enjoyed the soup. Good luck with your recovery :)
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  27. CJ

    I just made this and love it! Super easy and I like that you can add whatever toppings so it keeps the base soup very healthy (mine came out to 208 calories and yielded 8 1-cup servings). I used low sodium black beans and broth And thought the seasoning was perfect but you could use all low sodium if you’re watching your salt and then salt to taste.
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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  28. B West

    I have planned to fix this taco soup for 5th Sunday Church dinner! I noticed I picked up the "Cream of Chicken" broth instead of just Chicken broth? Is this a problem? Thanks for your help
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    • Together As Family

      I think it would be fine. It will just be thicker than the normal. Maybe add 1 cup of water or something. Sorry this reply is late!
      Reply

  29. Tamela

    I can't wait to try this as I LOVE soups and stews and can live on them. I think I will add fresh cilantro and throw in a can of roasted green chilies (love them!). Have you tried the fire roasted tomatoes? I bet they are great in this dish. Happy eating!

    5 stars

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    • Together As Family

      The fire roasted tomatoes have so much flavor and would be great in this soup. I just prefer the small diced pieces of the petite tomatoes so that's what I always use.
      Reply

  30. Carrie

    We loved it. Juice left over was so good, I'm going to cook some red beans in it. Was going to rehash the leftovers, but all that was left was mostly the liquid. Putting in dry red beans and another can of diced tomatos and green enchilada sauce. Should be yummy too.
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    • Together As Family

      So glad you loved this! I love your idea of using the leftover liquid. It's brilliant. Thank you so much for coming back to leave your comment.
      Reply

  31. Breeannah

    Im actually making it right now. The only substitute I did was ground turkey instead of chicken because I don't eat canned chicken and also because I didn't get to thaw any chicken out. It smells great. I can't wait to eat it.
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  32. Lela Gallentine

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS SOUP, SOUP, SOUP! So good, so easy! I substituted a can of hot fire roasted chilies for the enchilada sauce. Tasted great! And I always have chicken cooked in the freezer, so I sub'd that, too. SO GOOD!!!
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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  33. Becky

    My family loved this. It was so easy to make. I used the canned chicken, who knew, only me! Thanks for the recipe
    ★★★★★
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  34. Amanda C

    I couldn’t find a can of organic green enchilada sauce so I replaced it with a can of organic red. It makes up for the fact that I don’t put a pack of taco seasoning in it due to it possibly having soybean oil. I also cooked the chicken in the crockpot. Absolutely delicious and easy meal. Thank you thank you thank you!
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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  35. Jessa R Morgen

    This is great! We made it using Chicken Tenderloin since we couldn't find canned chicken, Red Enchilada Sauce instead of green, and we added Adobo and Sofrito for some extra flavor. But it's absolutely delicious and we'll most definitely be making it again!
    ★★★★☆

    4 stars

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  36. Valerie Nordin

    Sorry I can’t find it anywhere but how do you adjust this to make it in instant pot? I just got an instant pot so I’m not good at figuring out how to adapt things yet.
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    • Together As Family

      I am not good at that either :) This recipe literally takes about 10 minutes on the stove top. I think it would take longer in the instant pot because it has to come to pressure and all that. If you do use the IP, I would only cook it for like 1 or 2 minutes. But again, I have never tried it so I am just guessing.
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  37. Joanie Splain

    Wow, made this today and it was delicious. Doubled the chicken and halfed the chili powder. Could not find green enchilada so I used salsa verde. Can easily be spiced up for those that like that. Used sour cream to mellow. Frankie's is always in the refrig. Could use more recipes like this AND an electric can opener!

    4 stars

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    • Together As Family

      So glad to hear this! I prefer a manual can opener so this recipe gives me a workout for sure, haha :)
      Reply

    • Wiletta I Dotson

      MY DAUGHTER COOKS THIS AND ALWAYS BRINGS ME SOME. I AM GOING TO MAKE MY OWN, HAD TO GET ONE OF THOSE ELECTRIC CAN OPENERS AS I AM 85 AND HAVE LOST STRENGTH IN MY HAND TO OPEN CANS, ETC.
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      • Together As Family

        I hope you love this recipe. And yes, hopefully you can get an electric can opener cause this recipe has lots of cans :)
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  38. Christy

    I made this several months ago and my husband and 1 year old loved it! I’m now overdue with baby #2 and remembered this recipe and will be making it tonight. It is so easy and delicious that I don’t mind making it. Thank you so much for this recipe! I was skeptical of the canned chicken the first time, but wow! You can’t tell!
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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    • Together As Family

      Congrats on baby #2! And yes, I was skeptical of the canned chicken (still am every time I make this, haha) but you can't tell and it's really so easy. So glad you all like this soup.
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  39. Linda Johns

    This recipe is delicious! Was searching for a recipe to use up some canned chicken that even our dogs did not like. Found this soup and had most of the ingredients. Did not have the green Enchilada sauce, but had Frontera's red sauce in a pouch. Used this plus a 4 oz can of green chilies. Added a jalapeno and green onions because I always have to add something. Cannot believe how good this soup is. I would serve this to guests anytime. Maybe I'll add corn bread! Probably will never buy canned chicken again, but will definitely make this with my own chicken. Thanks for a wonderfully easy and delicious soup!
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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    • Together As Family

      haha Yea, this is the only recipe I use canned chicken in. So glad you enjoyed it and thanks for your comment.
      Reply

  42. Cindy

    Try with Costco’s shredded roast chicken. They have vacumed packed shredded roasted chicken in the prepared food case. So good in the soup with zero fuss.
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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