Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup: A Cozy One-Pot Wonder to Savor
Indulge in a warm and hearty bowl of creamy chicken enchilada soup, a one-pot dish that’s perfect for any night of the week.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) enchilada sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese, plus more for topping
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, then remove and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the pot; sauté until tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, corn, black beans, cumin, and chili powder; bring to a simmer.
- Add the chicken back to the pot, cover, and let it cook for 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheese; cook until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This soup pairs well with tortilla chips or warm tortillas.
- Adjust the spices to fit your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup, Enchilada Soup, One-pot soup, Cozy meal