Description
A creamy, comforting soup with all the flavors of chicken enchiladas in a warm, satisfying bowl. Made with tender shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (10-ounce) can red enchilada sauce
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- 2. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
- 3. Gradually add chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Add enchilada sauce and whisk until smooth.
- 4. Stir in tomatoes, green chiles, and all spices. Bring to a boil, then simmer 10 minutes.
- 5. Add shredded chicken, black beans, and corn. Simmer 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- 6. Reduce heat to low and add cream cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 7. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- 8. Add lime juice and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- 9. Let rest 2-3 minutes before serving to allow soup to thicken slightly.
Notes
Store in refrigerator up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently to prevent curdling. Add fresh toppings after reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g