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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

30-Minute Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

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A rich and flavorful creamy chicken enchilada soup that combines tender chicken, Tex-Mex spices, and a creamy finish for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic with cumin and chili powder for 3 minutes.
  2. Add chicken broth, enchilada sauce, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken.
  3. Simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
  4. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
  5. Turn off heat and stir in sour cream or cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Serve warm, garnished as desired.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked chicken for a faster version.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
  • Garnish with cheese, avocado, or cilantro if desired.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg