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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2026-01-22 |2 Comments
Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup
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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

PREP15 min
COOK30 min

This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe is a one-pot, comforting meal packed with zesty flavor and tender chicken—ready in under an hour!

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6SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute diced onion for 3-4 minutes until soft, then add garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt; cook 1 minute, stirring often.
  2. 2
    Stir in shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chiles (including their juices). Mix well.
  3. 3
    Add chicken broth and enchilada sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. 4
    Add cream cheese to the soup, stirring frequently until completely melted and incorporated.
  5. 5
    Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and the soup is creamy.
  6. 6
    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with more cheese, cilantro, tortilla strips, sour cream, and lime wedges.

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