Description
Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup is a comforting and rich dish that brings the warmth of Tex-Mex flavors to your table. Made with tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a unique blend of spices, this soup is perfect for cozy nights or as a hearty meal prep option. Its creamy texture comes from blending fresh ingredients, making it not only delicious but also nutritious. With minimal prep time and customizable options, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it topped with fresh avocado, crispy tortilla chips, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for an extra layer of flavor. This delightful soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon Butter or Ghee
- 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 Cup Tomato Paste
- 4 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- 14.5 ounces Red Kidney Beans (drain and rinsed, 1 can)
- 14.5 ounces Black Beans (drain and rinsed, 1 can)
- 1 Cup Fresh or Frozen Sweet Corn
- 2 Cups Shredded Cooked Chicken
- 1 Cup Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend (for garnishing)
- Salt and pepper, to your taste
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, melt butter or ghee over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, celery, carrot, red bell pepper, and garlic; sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste; bring to a boil.
- Lower heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and blend the soup using a hand blender until smooth.
- Return to medium heat; stir in kidney beans, black beans, sweet corn, and shredded chicken until heated through.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg