Taco soup was one of the first things I ever posted on Budget Bytes, and now, 16 years later, I’m ready for this tasty taco soup recipe to make a roaring comeback. Not only do I appreciate how quick and easy this flavorful soup is to make, but now I know how to make all of the seasoning mixes from scratch, so I can make it 100% homemade, or take the store-bought shortcut when needed. Either way, this taco soup is chock full of flavor, colors, and textures, and is one of those go-to recipes that I never get tired of!
BUDGET-FRIENDLY TIPS
- Shop the sales: Chicken is never really “cheap”, per se, but when you get it on sale, it approaches affordable. And then when you consider the fact that you can sometimes pay $10/lb. for pre-made chicken salad at the deli, this recipe is actually quite a steal!
- Use what you’ve got: I use both mayonnaise and yogurt in the dressing for this curry chicken salad because they each have their own unique flavor qualities that they bring to the party. Yogurt is light and tangy and is a classic pairing with curry spices, while mayonnaise offers a deep creaminess. I’m telling you that the combination of the two is magic. 😉 However, if you need to, you can just use yogurt or just use mayonnaise and save some pennies.
Welcome to Natasha’s Kitchen!
Hi! I'm Natasha Kravchuk. Here you'll find delicious, trusted recipes with easy step-by-step photos and videos.