Weight Watchers-friendly Cheesy Taco Soup

Ingredients (Makes 6 servings):

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey or chicken (99% fat-free if possible)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1 oz) low-sodium taco seasoning mix (or homemade)
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
• 2 cups fat-free chicken broth
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
• 4 oz (half block) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• Optional toppings: fat-free sour cream, baked tortilla chips, avocado (in moderation), green onions, or cilantro

Instructions:

1. Cook the Turkey: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3 minutes).
2. Season the Meat: Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
3. Combine the Ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, corn, chicken broth, and almond milk to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
4. Melt the Cream Cheese: Add the reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into smaller chunks, and stir until it fully melts into the soup. Be patient, as this may take a few minutes.
5. Add the Cheddar Cheese: Stir in the reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy. Let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
6. Serve: Divide the soup into bowls and top with your favorite Weight Watchers-friendly toppings, such as a small dollop of fat-free sour cream or a few crumbled baked tortilla chips.

WW Points (approximation based on common ingredients):

• Lean ground turkey: 0–2 points per serving (99% fat-free is 0 points)
• Reduced-fat cream cheese: 1–2 points per serving
• Reduced-fat cheddar cheese: 1 point per serving
• Almond milk: 0 points
• Total: Around 3–5 points per serving, depending on your personal WW plan and toppings.