Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Recipe
A warm and inviting recipe that delivers creamy goodness and comforting flavors in every bite.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, black beans, corn, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with your choice of toppings like cilantro, avocado, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add diced bell peppers or jalapeños.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup, comfort food, cozy recipe