This creamy green enchiladas chicken soup is the perfect cozy comfort food for chilly days. Packed with flavor and warmth, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Mexican
Diet:Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup green enchilada sauce
1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn, frozen or canned
2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Stir in shredded chicken, chicken broth, green enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, black beans, corn, and half of the cheese. Allow to heat through.
Once heated, serve in bowls and top with remaining cheese and fresh cilantro.
Notes
This soup can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.