Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Green Enchilada Chicken Soup Recipe, a delightful fusion of creamy goodness and zesty southwestern flair. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty soup combines tender chicken, white beans, and vibrant green enchilada sauce for a satisfying meal that warms the soul. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can easily whip up this dish using a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld together while you tackle your day. Customize each bowl with your favorite toppings like crispy tortilla strips, fresh avocado, and shredded cheese for an added crunch and richness. Whether it’s a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this nutritious soup is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced into 1/2″ chunks)
- 2 15-ounce cans white beans (rinsed and drained)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (cubed and softened)
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- cilantro (fresh chopped)
- 1 4-ounce can green chiles
- 1 14-ounce can green enchilada sauce (or red)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups tortilla strips
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: dice cooked chicken, rinse beans, cube cream cheese, and chop avocado.
- In a slow cooker, combine cooked chicken, white beans, cream cheese, corn, green chiles, enchilada sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on high heat for 2-3 hours until heated through; stir occasionally if possible.
- Serve hot with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, and cilantro as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2–3 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg