Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

This Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is creamy, hearty, and bursting with Southwestern flavor. Made with tender chicken, white beans, green chiles, and a touch of cream cheese, it’s a cozy and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or game days. Top it with your favorite fixings for extra flavor and crunch!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours (slow cooker)
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Soup:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, diced into ½-inch chunks
• 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
• 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
• 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
• 1 (4 oz) can green chiles
• 1 (14 oz) can green enchilada sauce (or red for variation)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 4 cups chicken broth

Optional Toppings:

• 2 cups tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 large avocado, diced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Slow Cooker Method

1. In a slow cooker, combine chicken, white beans, cream cheese, corn, green chiles, enchilada sauce, seasonings, and chicken broth. Stir well.
2. Cover and cook on high for 2–3 hours, or until heated through and cream cheese is fully melted.
3. Ladle into bowls and add your favorite toppings: tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, and fresh cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Stovetop Method

1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine all soup ingredients. Stir well.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and cream cheese is melted.
3. Serve with your choice of toppings.

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Once cooled completely, freeze in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
• Reheating: If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until hot.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 241 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 12 g
• Protein: 14 g
• Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Cholesterol: 49 mg
• Sodium: 734 mg
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Vitamin A: 410 IU
• Vitamin C: 12 mg
• Calcium: 135 mg
• Iron: 1 mg

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