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Chicken Enchilada Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword Chicken Enchilada Soup
Servings 10
Creamy chicken enchilada soup with black beans, corn, and two cheeses. Bold, hearty, and perfect for cozy nights!

Ingredients

Seasonings

  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp mustard powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp cumin
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper

Soup Base

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper diced (seeds removed)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 10 oz red enchilada sauce
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies undrained
  • 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz whole kernel corn drained
  • 1 tsp hot sauce optional
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast or 2 small ones
  • 4 oz cream cheese cubed and softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or more cheddar

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Flavor Base

  • Combine all seasonings in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temp.
  • Shred the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese from a block for best melt.

Step 2: Sauté Veggies

  • In a large soup pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and jalapeño and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently.

Step 3: Add the Chicken and Broth

  • Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Add to the pot along with the enchilada sauce, tomatoes, black beans, corn, hot sauce (if using), chicken broth, and your seasoning mix.

Step 4: Simmer & Shred

  • Bring to a gentle boil (not a rapid one) and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return to the pot.

Step 5: Finish with Cheese

  • Reduce heat to low. Stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
  • Add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack and stir until creamy and smooth.

Step 6: Taste & Serve

  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve hot, topped with your favorite garnishes like crushed tortilla chips, sour cream, fresh cilantro, or diced avocado.