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A steaming bowl of chicken enchilada soup garnished with fresh cilantro and cheese

Quick way to grow chicken enchilada soup in 30 minutes

This recipe provides a speedy way to prepare a delicious batch of chicken enchilada soup in just 30 minutes. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken shredded
  • 4 cups Chicken broth
  • 15 oz Enchilada sauce
  • 10 oz Diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 15 oz Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn
  • 1 small Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese shredded, for garnish
  • dollop Sour cream for garnish
  • handful Tortilla chips for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and enchilada sauce, then add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
Cooking
  1. Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  2. Season the soup with salt to taste, adjusting as needed.
Serving
  1. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish each serving with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a handful of tortilla chips.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lime juice before serving. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mash some of the black beans against the side of the pot or add a cornstarch slurry. This recipe is also great for meal prepping and can be easily doubled. Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper. Customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, or a dash of hot sauce.