Description
Chicken Enchilada Soup is a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and colorful ingredients that come together in one comforting bowl. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this hearty soup is easy to prepare and packed with bold flavors, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. In just under an hour, you can warm up your home and satisfy everyone at the table with this delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and cook the shredded chicken until heated through.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot in bowls garnished with fresh cilantro. Optional: add sour cream or cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg