Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Shred the Chicken:
   • Remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
4. 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.
5. 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!