Chicken Enchilada Soup (Print Format)
All the tasty goodness of enchiladas turned into a filling soup. Flavor-packed broth, chicken, beans, and corn combine for a belly-warming dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Soup Foundation
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3/4 cup heavy cream (half-and-half works too)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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4 cups chicken stock
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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2 cloves garlic, minced up
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Salt and pepper to season
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1 cup corn (frozen or canned—your choice)
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
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1 teaspoon cumin powder
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Fresh cilantro leaves for topping
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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed well and drained
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (optional with a chili kick)
→ Extras for Serving
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Lime slices
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Sour cream
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Ripe avocado
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Grated cheese of your choice
# Steps:
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Warm up the olive oil in a big pot on medium heat. Toss in the onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it softens and becomes see-through.
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Next, throw in the garlic, followed by the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir it around for a minute, letting the aroma pop.
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Carefully add the chicken broth and enchilada sauce. Give it a stir and keep it on low heat until everything starts to bubble a little.
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Mix in the black beans, sweet corn, shredded chicken, and optional diced tomatoes. Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes so all the flavors can mingle.
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Turn the heat down and stir in the cream slowly. Keep the soup warmed without letting it boil. Adjust with salt and pepper as you like.
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When serving, sprinkle some fresh cilantro and let everyone pick their favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, avocado, or a squeeze of lime.
# Tips:
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Try using half-and-half or even coconut milk for a less heavy option.
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No enchilada sauce? Mix some tomato sauce with cumin and chili powder instead.
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For a veggie twist, drop the chicken and use veggie stock.
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Store leftovers in the fridge—they get tastier the next day!