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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup That's Ready in 30 Minutes

This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup is a quick and easy Tex-Mex comfort food classic, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts/Thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 can Enchilada Sauce 10 oz
  • 1 can Diced Roasted Tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
Hearty Add-Ins
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Frozen Sweet Corn
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Coriander optional
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Cheese shredded, any type
Optional Toppings
  • Avocado
  • Cilantro
  • Tortilla Strips
  • Lime Wedges
  • Additional Cheese

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic; set aside. Rinse and drain the black beans and shred the cheese.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and coriander. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes and enchilada sauce, mixing well. Gradually pour in the chicken broth and return the chicken to the pot.
  6. Add the black beans and sweet corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream until blended. Fold in the shredded cheese until melted.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, use freshly shredded cheese and stir in sour cream off the heat to avoid curdling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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