Description
If you’re looking for a hearty and comforting dish to warm your soul, look no further than this Creamy Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup…
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced into ½-inch chunks
- 2 (15-oz) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 (4-oz) can green chiles
- 1 (14-oz) can green enchilada sauce (or red)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Toppings: 2 cups tortilla strips, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup sour cream, 1 large avocado (diced), Fresh chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Begin by adding the cooked chicken to your slow cooker along with the rinsed white beans, softened cream cheese, corn, green chiles, and green enchilada sauce. These ingredients work together to form the base of your creamy soup. Don’t forget to sprinkle in the onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and chicken broth. Stir everything together gently but thoroughly, ensuring that the cream cheese integrates well with the other ingredients. This is crucial for achieving that creamy texture you desire.
- Cover the slow cooker lid tightly after you’ve combined all ingredients. Set the slow cooker on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-5 hours. One of the advantages of using a slow cooker is the convenience of being able to walk away while your meal cooks. Make sure to stir the mixture halfway through the cooking time to promote even melting of the cream cheese, which adds to the soup’s silkiness. This step greatly enhances the final texture of your soup.
- As the timer approaches its end, taste your soup and adjust the seasoning as needed—this might mean adding an extra pinch of chili powder for spice or squeezing in some lime juice for a hint of acidity. This step is vital as it allows you to customize the flavors according to your preference. Once the soup is hot, creamy, and flavorful, it’s time to serve. Ladle it into bowls and prepare for the fun part!
Notes
For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before adding them to the slow cooker. If you want a bit of heat, consider using hot green chiles or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-5 hours
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Protein: 20 g