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Hearty Chicken Enchilada Soup | Easy Mexican Comfort Food Dinner Idea

Hearty Chicken Enchilada Soup


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  • Author: meryam
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A rich and creamy one-pot soup that captures all the bold flavors of chicken enchiladas. Hearty, savory, and comforting.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro and lime for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté diced onions until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in enchilada sauce and chicken broth, stirring until combined.
  4. Stir in shredded chicken, black beans, and corn. Bring to a simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cubed cream cheese until completely melted and smooth.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Serve hot with garnishes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex