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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

by cherly March 2, 2021

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 35 mins | Servings: 6

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Craving for something Mexican but don’t want the usual? Give this creamy, thick, and comforting Chicken Enchilada Soup a go. Packed with hearty shredded chicken and beans, this sure will win your heart in one sip.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Butter or Ghee or avocado oil

1 Medium Onion diced

2 Celery Stalks sliced

1 Medium Carrot thinly sliced

1 Large Red Bell Pepper diced

2-3 Garlic Cloves chopped

1½ teaspoon Ground Cumin

1 tablespoon Chili Powder

1 teaspoon Dried Oregano

15 ounces diced fire-roasted Tomatoes (1 can)

¼ c. Tomato Paste

4 c. Low Sodium Chicken Broth

14.5 ounces Red Kidney Beans rinsed, 1 can

14.5 ounces Black Beans rinsed, 1 can

1 c. Fresh or Frozen Sweet Corn

2 c. Shredded Cooked Chicken

1 c. Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend

Salt and pepper, to your taste

How to make Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Step 1: In a large stockpot, melt the butter or ghee over medium-high heat. If using avocado oil, add it here.

Step 2: Once the butter has melted, add the onion, celery, carrots, bell pepper, garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes until the veggies have softened.

Step 3: Add in the seasonings, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a boil. Decrease the heat and simmer for approximately 10 to 15 minutes or until the veggies are very tender.

Step 4: Take out of the heat. Blend the soup using a hand blender until smooth and creamy. Heat the soup again over medium heat, then add in the beans, corn, and shredded cooked chicken.

Step 5: Stir well and continue to boil for a few minutes to heat everything.

Step 6: To serve, pour into bowls and top with your desired toppings.

Notes:

Substitutes:

For this recipe, you are welcome to use fresh, frozen, or canned soup.

Also, you can use avocado, olive oil, or vegetable oil.

Aside from shredded chicken, try using shredded turkey or ground turkey.

Storage:

For any leftovers, put them in a container and the fridge for up to 5 to 7 days. Or freeze for up to 3 to 4 months. To reheat, pop in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 444mg | Potassium: 1121mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3542IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 6mg

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

cherly Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 35 mins | Servings: 6 Remember it laterLike this recipe! Pin it to your favorite board NOW!Pin Craving… General Recipes Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup European Print This
Serves: 6 Prep Time: 10 mins Cooking Time: 25 mins 25 mins
Nutrition facts: 450 calories 13 fat
Rating: 5.0/5
( 1 voted )

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Butter or Ghee or avocado oil
  • 1 Medium Onion diced
  • 2 Celery Stalks sliced
  • 1 Medium Carrot thinly sliced
  • 1 Large Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 2-3 Garlic Cloves chopped
  • 1½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 15 ounces diced fire-roasted Tomatoes (1 can)
  • ¼ c. Tomato Paste
  • 4 c. Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 14.5 ounces Red Kidney Beans rinsed, 1 can
  • 14.5 ounces Black Beans rinsed, 1 can
  • 1 c. Fresh or Frozen Sweet Corn
  • 2 c. Shredded Cooked Chicken
  • 1 c. Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend
  • Salt and pepper, to your taste

Instructions

Step 1: In a large stockpot, melt the butter or ghee over medium-high heat. If using avocado oil, add it here.

Step 2: Once the butter has melted, add the onion, celery, carrots, bell pepper, garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes until the veggies have softened.

Step 3: Add in the seasonings, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a boil. Decrease the heat and simmer for approximately 10 to 15 minutes or until the veggies are very tender.

Step 4: Take out of the heat. Blend the soup using a hand blender until smooth and creamy. Heat the soup again over medium heat, then add in the beans, corn, and shredded cooked chicken.

Step 5: Stir well and continue to boil for a few minutes to heat everything.

Step 6: To serve, pour into bowls and top with your desired toppings.

Notes:

Substitutes:

For this recipe, you are welcome to use fresh, frozen, or canned soup.

Also, you can use avocado, olive oil, or vegetable oil.

Aside from shredded chicken, try using shredded turkey or ground turkey.

Storage:

For any leftovers, put them in a container and the fridge for up to 5 to 7 days. Or freeze for up to 3 to 4 months. To reheat, pop in the microwave.

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