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Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

A comforting bowl of Green Enchilada Chicken Soup, blending zesty green enchilada sauce and creamy chicken for a quick and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded, preferably rotisserie
  • 1 cup green enchilada sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium desired
  • 1 can white beans rinsed and drained, cannellini preferred
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 8 oz cream cheese cubed and softened
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin smoked for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to spice preference
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Green Enchilada Chicken Soup
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until it’s softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the minced garlic for a fragrant kick.
  2. Combine the chicken broth and green enchilada sauce by pouring them into the pot. Stir well to blend all the flavors, bringing everything to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, white beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir everything together, allowing the mixture to heat through.
  4. Simmer for 15 minutes. This will let the flavors meld beautifully, creating a rich, satisfying soup.
  5. Stir in the cubed cream cheese. Continuously stir until it melts into the soup, resulting in a creamy and smooth texture.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings for a delightful finish!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional toppings: fresh cilantro or avocado slices for added flavor.

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