Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Recipe
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This creamy chicken enchilada soup is the ultimate comfort food that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese, for topping
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and enchilada sauce.
- Add the chicken broth, black beans, corn, heavy cream, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot, topped with cheese and cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg