Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup (Printable Version)

A rich mix of shredded chicken, spicy enchilada sauce, beans, and creamy broth simmered to perfection.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Produce

01 - 1 medium onion, diced
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 cup corn, fresh, frozen, or canned
04 - to garnish fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Proteins

05 - 450 grams cooked chicken breast, shredded
06 - 480 grams black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Dairy

07 - 240 milliliters heavy cream
08 - 115 grams shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

→ Pantry

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 480 milliliters chicken broth
11 - 283 grams red enchilada sauce (one 10 oz can)
12 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
14 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - to taste salt
16 - to taste black pepper

→ Garnish and Serving

17 - tortilla chips, for serving

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, heavy cream, corn, black beans, and red enchilada sauce. Stir well to combine.
04 - Season with ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
06 - Ladle hot soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with tortilla chips on the side.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For best flavor, allow the soup to simmer gently and stir occasionally to prevent sticking.