Here’s a recipe for Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup — a creamy, flavorful soup with tender chicken, green enchilada sauce, and warming spices. It’s perfect for a cozy, hands-off meal, and it only gets better as it simmers in the slow cooker!
Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 4-6 hours (on low) or 2-3 hours (on high)
Total Time: 4-6 hours
Skill Level: Easy
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz) can green enchilada sauce
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional, for added creaminess)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Sliced avocado, tortilla chips, or sour cream (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Place the chicken breasts, green enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, chicken broth, diced onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper into the crock pot.
- Cook the Soup:
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add Creaminess:
- Add the cream cheese and shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, if using, to the crock pot. Stir until the cheeses melt and the soup becomes creamy. This may take a few minutes, so be patient and stir occasionally.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, tortilla chips, or a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 330
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is the perfect creamy, mildly spicy soup for chilly days. It’s rich, flavorful, and easily customizable with your favorite toppings! Enjoy!
