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Chicken Enchilada Soup: 5 Hearty Reasons to Savor It First Image

Chicken Enchilada Soup


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and hearty chicken enchilada soup that’s perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Serve hot, topped with cheese and cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • This soup can be adjusted to your preferred spice level by adding more chili powder or jalapeños.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated easily.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg