Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 medium bowls
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Calories
247 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe
Description
The Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe blends chicken breast or thighs with enchilada sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, black beans, and aromatics such as cumin, onions, garlic, and jalapeños. The ingredients simmer together until the chicken is tender and shredded, permitting the flavors to meld. The use of jalapeño and cumin imparts a gentle heat and earthiness, characteristic of enchilada dishes, without overwhelming the palate.
The soup’s texture balances the solid components like shredded chicken, beans, and corn with a thick, saucy broth. It can be customized at serving with toppings such as tortilla strips, diced avocado, fresh herbs, and cheeses to enhance texture and flavor layers. Lime juice added near the end provides brightness and acidity that lifts the rich base.
This soup works well as a satisfying lunch or dinner option, offering protein and fiber from the chicken and beans. It can also adapt to preferences by adjusting the spiciness or adding creamy elements like cream cheese or sour cream as noted in variations.
Practical tips include making a creamy version with added dairy before serving or cooking the soup in a slow cooker. Nutritional values will vary depending on toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1-2 jalapeno pepper chopped - use hotter peppers if you'd like, or use bell or poblano pepper for milder
- 1 onion chopped, medium
- 3 garlic chopped, cloves
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast or use chicken thighs, boneless
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 can fire roasted tomatoes or use chopped fresh tomatoes, canned, 14 ounce can
- 1 cup corn frozen is OK
- 1 black beans drained, canned
- 2 cups chicken broth use 3 cups for thinner
- lime optional, juice from 1
- hot sauce to taste (optional)
FOR SERVING
- Use your favorite toppings like tortilla strips or crushed tortillas, diced avocado, jalapeno slices, hot red pepper flakes, fresh chopped parsley or cilantro, crumbly white cheese, hot sauce, lime juice, or more.
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven and add the onion and peppers. Cook them down for 5 minutes to soften.
- Add the garlic, cumin, and salt and pepper, and cook another minute, until you can smell the garlic bloom.
- Add chicken, enchilada sauce, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and chicken broth. Stir to incorporate. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer at least 20 minutes to cook the chicken and let the flavors develop.
- Remove the chicken and shred it with a couple of forks. Return the chicken to the pot and simmer 5 minutes.
- Swirl in some lime juice (if desired) then serve in bowls with your other favorite toppings.
Notes
- To make a creamy version, stir in cream cheese, Mexican crema, sour cream, or yogurt until smooth before serving.
- A slow cooker version can be made by combining all ingredients except toppings and cooking on low for 5-6 hours, then shredding the chicken.
- Customize salt and spice levels to taste using jalapeños, hot sauce, or milder peppers like bell or poblano.
- The soup pairs well with fresh garnishes such as avocado, cilantro, and tortilla strips to add texture and freshness.
- Nutritional information provided is estimated without toppings, which can alter calorie content.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6medium bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 957mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 588mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 939IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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