Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup: A Cozy, Indulgent Delight
A delicious and comforting creamy chicken enchilada soup perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the chicken broth and enchilada sauce.
- Add shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cumin, and chili powder; bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- For added spice, consider adding jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipes