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Green Chile Chicken Enchilada

Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup for Cozy Nights

This Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup is the perfect cozy dish for chilly nights, combining comfort and flavor in one bowl.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 3 cups cooked chicken Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep
  • 1 can green chiles Adjust heat to taste
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce Or substitute with green salsa
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 4 cups broth Chicken or vegetable broth, low-sodium recommended
For Added Texture
  • 1 can beans Black or pinto beans, optional
  • 1 cup corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
For Toppings
  • 1 cup tortilla strips Crunchy topping, can be store-bought or homemade
  • 1 avocado sliced For creaminess
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar Or your favorite cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can use Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cilantro Fresh, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the cooked chicken, green chiles, enchilada sauce, cream cheese, beans, corn, and broth in a slow cooker or large pot.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 3–4 hours or simmer on medium heat for about 30 minutes.
  3. Taste your soup and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or hot sauce if desired.
  4. Ladle into bowls and garnish with tortilla strips, avocado, cheddar, sour cream, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Start with room temperature cream cheese for best results. Adjust spice based on personal preference and let the soup rest after cooking for richer flavor.

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