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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup brings comfort in every spoonful, combining shredded chicken, hearty beans, and velvety cheese in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive oil or butter
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts/Thighs
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 10 oz Enchilada Sauce Use red or green based on preference
  • 14.5 oz Diced Roasted Tomatoes Plain diced tomatoes can be used
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium
  • 1 can Black Beans Pinto beans are a good substitute
  • 1 cup Frozen Sweet Corn Fresh corn can be used if in season
For the Seasoning & Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Increase for more spice
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Coriander Optional
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack, mild cheddar, or Mexican blend

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice onion and mince garlic. Shred cheese if using block cheese. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
  3. Add onion and garlic to pot, cooking for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in ground cumin and chili powder, and ground coriander if using. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add diced tomatoes and enchilada sauce, cooking for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, return chicken to the pot, and add black beans and corn. Bring to boil, then simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and shredded cheese until melted.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with tortilla strips, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, or lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Do not rush the simmering process to meld flavors.

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