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Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

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A comforting, velvety soup that combines the bold flavors of enchiladas with a creamy, slow-cooked broth. It’s a forgiving, easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups medium or hot salsa
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles, undrained
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Jalapeños, avocado, cilantro, lime juice

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and trim any excess fat from the chicken. Rinse and drain the black beans.
  2. Add the chicken, onion, chicken broth, salsa, green chiles, cumin, and garlic powder to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and shreds easily.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks or a hand mixer. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  5. Stir in the black beans, corn, and softened cream cheese until the cream cheese is melted and incorporated.
  6. Simmer on high for 5-10 minutes to heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve topped with shredded cheese, avocado, and cilantro. Add a splash of lime juice for brightness.

Notes

For a thicker texture, blend half the soup with an immersion blender before adding the cream cheese. If using chicken breasts, monitor cooking time to prevent dryness; thighs are more forgiving. This soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Add a splash of lime juice before serving to brighten the flavors.

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Keywords: slow cooker, chicken soup, enchilada soup, creamy soup, easy dinner, meal prep, gluten-free, comfort food

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