Irresistibly Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe
Savor the comforting and flavor-packed Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup, perfect for chilly nights.
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Chicken, comfort food, enchilada, green chile, Slow Cooker, soup
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 6 hourshours
Total Time 6 hourshours15 minutesminutes
Servings 6bowls
Calories 350kcal
Equipment
Slow Cooker
Ingredients
For the Soup
2lbsChicken BreastsCan substitute with chicken thighs.
1cupGreen Enchilada SauceChoose mild or medium.
4cupsChicken BrothLow-sodium recommended.
1canDiced Green ChiliesOmit if sensitive to spice.
1mediumOnion, DicedWhite or yellow work well.
3clovesGarlic, MincedUse fresh for best flavor.
8ozCream Cheese, SoftenedSubstitute with coconut milk for dairy-free.
1tbspGround CuminTaco seasoning can be used as a substitute.
1tbspChili PowderAdjust to your spice preference.
1tspSaltAdjust as needed.
1tspBlack PepperFresh ground for best flavor.
Optional Toppings
1bunchFresh CilantroFor garnish.
2piecesLime WedgesSqueeze for brightness.
1pkgKeto-Friendly TortillasFor low-carb scooping.
1bagTortilla Chips or CornbreadOptional for non-keto eaters.
Instructions
How to Make Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup
Begin by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
Next, add the green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Gently stir to combine all the flavors together.
Cover your slow cooker and set to cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours.
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken breasts and shred into bite-sized pieces.
Stir in the softened cream cheese until it blends smoothly into the soup.
Ladle the warm soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of optional toppings.
Notes
Soften cream cheese at room temperature for the best texture. Adjust seasoning during the last minutes of cooking for optimal flavor.