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Chicken Enchilada Soup

35-Minute Chicken Enchilada Soup


  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A hearty and flavorful chicken enchilada soup packed with tender chicken, black beans, corn, and a blend of spices.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 sweet onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1¼ cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (15 ounce) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cans (10 ounce) Rotel
  • 1 can (15 ounce) corn
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ cup corn flour
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar plus more for topping
  • 6 ounces cream cheese softened and cubed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • Tortilla strips, sliced avocado, sour cream, and cilantro for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, enchilada sauce, and shredded chicken.
  5. Add black beans, Rotel, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  7. Whisk in corn flour and stir until thickened.
  8. Add shredded cheddar and cream cheese, stirring until melted.
  9. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  10. Serve hot topped with tortilla strips, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more chili powder.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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