Chicken Enchilada Soup: A Cozy, Easy Recipe for Home Cooks
Enjoy a delicious and comforting bowl of Chicken Enchilada Soup, perfect for cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 can corn (15 oz)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the chicken breasts, chili powder, cumin, and paprika, cooking until chicken is browned.
- Add diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot. Stir in cheese until melted.
- Top with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This soup can be topped with sour cream or avocado for extra creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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