Description
Green Chicken Enchilada Soup is a vibrant, one-pot wonder that combines tender chicken, pinto beans, and corn in a rich, tangy broth infused with green enchilada sauce. It captures all the bold, zesty flavors of an enchilada verde in a comforting, creamy soup format. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe balances spicy green chiles and savory broth with a touch of cream cheese for a soul-warming meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
2 cups yellow onion, finely chopped
4–6 cloves garlic, minced
1.5–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
20 ounces green enchilada sauce
8 ounces canned chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups chicken broth
15 ounces canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
15 ounces canned sweet corn, drained
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Optional: avocado, tortilla chips, and fresh lime for serving
Instructions
Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
Pour in the green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, green chiles, and cumin.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
Stir in the pinto beans and corn, cooking for another 5 minutes.
Add the softened cream cheese and whisk or stir until fully melted and creamy.
Serve hot with your choice of toppings like fresh cilantro, avocado, and tortilla chips.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for an even faster meal. Ensure the cream cheese is softened before adding so it incorporates smoothly without clumps. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg