Description
This chicken enchilada soup is a cozy, hearty, and flavor-packed meal. It combines tender shredded chicken, savory enchilada sauce, and a touch of spice, all topped with melted cheese and fresh toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this soup is easy to make, comforting, and packed with delicious Mexican-inspired flavors. Every bite brings the warmth of classic enchiladas without the fuss of rolling them. It’s a family favorite that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Tortilla strips, for topping
- Fresh cilantro, sour cream, avocado, lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add chicken and broth, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until chicken is fully cooked, 15–20 minutes.
- Remove chicken and shred. Return to the pot.
- Stir in enchilada sauce, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and spices. Simmer 5–10 minutes.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
- Serve with toppings like tortilla strips, cilantro, sour cream, avocado, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add lime or vinegar at the end for brightness.
- Keep crunchy toppings separate until serving.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg