Description
Creamy, tangy, and full of bold Southwestern flavors, this Green Chicken Enchilada Soup is a cozy and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Made with tender shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, and melty cheese, it’s comfort in a bowl with just the right amount of kick.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
- 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Tortilla strips or chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, and oregano and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Main Ingredients: Add shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, green chiles, chicken broth, white beans, and corn. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Finish Soup: Stir in sour cream and shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with cilantro, lime wedges, and tortilla strips or chips. Serve hot.
Notes
- Make it Spicy: Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for more heat.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free sour cream and omit the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Thicker Soup: Mash some beans before adding or stir in 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with water.
- Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
