Description
This Chicken Enchilada Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with tender chicken, beans, corn, and a blend of spices, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (frozen or canned)
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create Base: Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux. Slowly whisk in chicken broth to avoid lumps.
- Add Ingredients: Add enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and shredded chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish Soup: Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Serve hot, topped with cilantro and a squeeze of lime, if desired.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend part of the soup before adding chicken.
- You can also use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Serve with tortilla chips, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
