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A close-up of a white bowl filled with rich, orange Chicken Enchilada Soup, topped with sour cream, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro.

Simple Chicken Enchilada Soup


  • Author: leckerzutaten.com
  • Total Time: 35 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A straightforward recipe for a comforting chicken soup flavored like enchiladas.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for topping
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes and green chilies, black beans, corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in the shredded chicken and the cubed cream cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese is fully melted and the soup is heated through.
  7. Serve the soup hot, topped with sour cream, cilantro, and shredded cheese.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
  • For a spicier soup, add a dash of your favorite hot sauce during simmering.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the beans against the side of the pot before adding the chicken.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0.5
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 85

Keywords: chicken, enchilada, soup, easy, quick, comfort food, Mexican