Description
Chicken Enchilada Soup is the ultimate cozy delight, perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This hearty dish combines tender chicken with a medley of spices, creamy cheeses, and wholesome ingredients like black beans and corn. With its rich flavors and comforting texture, this soup is sure to warm your soul and satisfy your cravings. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to prepare in just under an hour! Whether you choose to make it on the stove or in a slow cooker, this Chicken Enchilada Soup can be customized with your favorite toppings. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this flavorful bowl of goodness!
Ingredients
- Chicken breast (or thighs)
- Red enchilada sauce
- Black beans
- Whole kernel corn
- Cream cheese
- Cheddar cheese
- Monterey Jack cheese
- Spices (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Prepare spices in a bowl; set aside.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot; sauté diced onions and jalapeños until softened.
- Season chicken and add to the pot along with spices and remaining ingredients except cheeses.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes; shred chicken before returning to the pot.
- Stir in softened cream cheese and gradually add shredded cheeses until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg