Name: Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce; 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies; 1 (14 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup frozen corn; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste); ½ teaspoon black pepper; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup sour cream; ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese; Juice of 1 lime; Fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional)

Description

This Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is a creamy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish packed with tender shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, and warm spices. Perfect for a cozy, comforting meal, this slow-cooked soup is rich, protein-packed, and great for leftovers. A true set-it-and-forget-it recipe ideal for busy weeknights!

Ingredients

Protein & Broth:

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Sauces & Flavor Base:

1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce

1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies

Beans & Vegetables:

1 (14 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup frozen corn

Seasonings:

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

½ teaspoon black pepper

Creamy Elements:

4 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup sour cream

½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese

Fresh Additions:

Juice of 1 lime

Fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot.
Add chicken broth, green enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, white beans, corn, and all seasonings (cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper).
Cover and cook:
- LOW: 6-7 hours
- HIGH: 3-4 hours
Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the crock pot.
Stir in cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese until fully melted and combined.
Add fresh lime juice and stir.
Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and jalapeños if desired.

Notes

Spicier Version: Add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.

Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream.

Different Protein: Substitute chicken with pork or ground turkey.

Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with tofu or extra beans, and use vegetable broth.

Thicker Soup: Blend a portion of the soup before adding dairy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Soup
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 320 kcal