Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Author: Sara Smith Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 servings Category: LUNCH Cuisine: Mexican Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Shredded cheese for topping
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Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and gently heat through without boiling.
  5. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese and garnished with cilantro.

Notes

  1. Avoid overcooking the cream and adjust seasoning to taste. You can make this ahead of time and reheat or freeze without the cream for later use.