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chicken enchilada soup

chicken enchilada soup offers bold flavor and creamy comfort in minutes


  • Author: John Grady
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Discover a crowd‑pleasing chicken enchilada soup that blends the zest of Mexican cuisine with the comfort of a classic soup. This easy recipe features tender chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and a vibrant red enchilada sauce, finished with melted cheese and cool sour cream for a creamy finish. Perfect for quick weeknight meals, it delivers bold flavor, hearty texture, and a satisfying bowl that feels like a fiesta in every spoonful. Ideal for families, meal‑prep, and flavorful gatherings. yum


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the raw chicken breasts, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, and chicken broth into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours, or on high for 3‑4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
  3. Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks directly in the pot, and return the shredded chicken to the soup.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheese and sour cream, mixing until fully melted and the soup is creamy.
  5. Taste, adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Nutrition is approximate.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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