Description
Easy Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is the perfect cozy dish for chilly evenings. This hearty soup features tender chicken simmered in zesty green enchilada sauce, combined with vibrant vegetables and spices. Each spoonful delivers a comforting mix of flavors that will warm your soul. Whether you’re hosting family or enjoying a quiet night in, this quick recipe is sure to be a favorite. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra touch of deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups green enchilada sauce
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (for topping)
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add chicken breasts, green enchilada sauce, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Remove cooked chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot along with corn and black beans.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to combine flavors. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg