Description
Craving Mexican food night? This Easy Chicken Enchilada Soup comes together in just 30 minutes! Packed with juicy shredded chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and a flavorful enchilada broth. Loaded with fresh cilantro, avocado, and lime—it’s hearty, delicious, and effortlessly simple for busy weeknights! 🥑🌶️
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices) (ADDED)
1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (ADDED)
1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
4 cups chicken broth
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
4 oz cream cheese, softened (optional, for creaminess) (ADDED)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings (as seen in photo):
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Fresh avocado, diced or sliced
Lime wedges
Shredded Cheddar / Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Combine Ingredients: Add shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced green chilies, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Creamy Finish (Optional): Stir in softened cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Garnish & Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, a squeeze of lime juice, and shredded cheese!
Notes
For added convenience, use rotisserie chicken. Customize toppings with sour cream, cheese, or fresh cilantro. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg