Description

Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is a creamy, hearty chicken soup made with shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, white beans, corn, and melty cheese for an easy Southwestern dinner packed with cozy flavor.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups green enchilada sauce

4 cups chicken broth

3 cups cooked shredded chicken

1 can white beans, drained and rinsed

1 1/2 cups corn kernels

1 can diced green chiles

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

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Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

2. Pour in the green enchilada sauce and chicken broth. Stir in the diced green chiles, cumin, and chili powder, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

3. Add the shredded chicken, white beans, and corn. Simmer for 10 minutes so the flavors can blend.

4. Add the softened cream cheese a little at a time, stirring until fully melted and smooth.

5. Stir in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese until the soup is creamy and well combined.

6. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.

7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like avocado, tortilla chips, sour cream, or extra cheese.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to make this soup even quicker on a busy night.

Soften the cream cheese before adding it so it melts smoothly into the broth.

For a spicier soup, add jalapenos, extra green chiles, or a pinch of cayenne.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 95mg