Chicken Enchilada Soup – Crock-Pot

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 0
Crock-Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup Perfect for a Cozy Night In
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Prep

10 min

Cook

4-8 hours

Ready In

4-8 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

32 ounces low sodium chicken broth ( preferably organic or home-made )
1 can red enchilada sauce or 28 ounces ranchera sauce , from your favorite local mexican restaurant
2 chicken breasts , and 2 chicken wings or 2 chicken legs with thigh
1/2 large yellow onions or 1/2 large red onion , your choice , chopped
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
2 fresh anaheim chilies , seeded and chopped ( go hotter if you like but stay green , like Poblano or Jalapeno , the heat fades after the first day o )
1 can diced tomatoes
1 bunch cilantro , chopped
8 ounces asadero cheese or 8 ounces low-sodium Velveeta cheese
stale bits tortilla chips ( or just too-small-to-dip , end-of-bag )
ground cumin
ground coriander
shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese , for serving
sour cream , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
350
Sugar
4g
Fat
14g
Chicken Enchilada Soup is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cozy night in. This Crock-Pot recipe is easy to throw together and cooks low and slow for hours, allowing all the flavors to meld together for a delicious final product. This soup is hearty and filling and can easily feed a crowd - or be saved for leftovers throughout the week. Serve with shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Instructions

1.Combine chicken broth, enchilada sauce, chicken breasts, chicken wings or legs, onions, garlic, anaheim chilies, diced tomatoes, and cilantro in the Crock-Pot and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours.
2.Remove the chicken from the Crock-Pot and shred or cube into bite-sized pieces before returning to the pot.
3.Add in asadero or Velveeta cheese and stir until melted.
4.Add in a few handfuls of stale tortilla chips and stir to combine.
5.Serve hot with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

PROS

This soup is full of flavor and perfect for a cozy night in.

It can easily be made in a Crock-Pot and is great for leftovers.

CONS

While delicious, this recipe is not the healthiest due to the presence of cheese and tortilla chips.

It is important to eat this soup in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite not being the healthiest meal, this soup contains chicken broth which can help support immune health and keep you hydrated.
Chilies like anaheim or jalapeno can also aid in digestion and boost metabolism.

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