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Chicken Enchilada Soup

Chicken Enchilada Soup

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Warm up with our delicious Chicken Enchilada Soup! This comforting dish combines tender chicken with a rich blend of spices, black beans, and corn, all simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or quick weeknight meals, this soup is fully customizable with a variety of toppings like cheese, avocado, and crispy tortilla strips. In just 45 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Whether you’re serving it at a gathering or enjoying leftovers throughout the week, this Chicken Enchilada Soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • chopped cilantro
  • avocado slices
  • lime wedges
  • crispy tortilla strips

Instructions

  1. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until soft.
  2. Add whole chicken breasts, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return shredded chicken back into the soup.
  5. Serve hot with desired toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges, and crispy tortilla strips.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg