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Chicken Enchilada Soup (Chili's Restaurant Copycat Recipe)

This Chicken enchilada Soup recipe is filled with tender chicken, green chiles, black beans and sweet corn in a boldly flavored cheesy and creamy broth. Made with simple ingredients and packed with traditional Tex-Mex flavors, this easy enchilada soup recipe comes together in 30 minutes.
Course Lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Mexican, Tex Mex
Keyword Chicken Enchilada Soup, Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 501kcal

Ingredients

Toppings (optional):

  • Shredded cheese tortilla chips, chopped onions, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, sliced or chopped avocado.

Instructions

  • In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté, stirring occasionally for about 4 minutes, or until the onions become translucent. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, for about 30 seconds or until aromatic.
  • Just like when making a regular roux, sprinkle the masa harina over the softened onions and garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually and slowly, add about 1 cup of broth while stirring constantly.
  • Next, stir in the green chiles, fire roasted tomatoes, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, enchilada sauce and the remaining chicken broth.
  • Add the chicken, black beans and corn and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle boil and then lower the heat. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for 10 to 12 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and onto a plate. Shred the chicken with two forks and then return it to the pot. Mix to combine.
  • Add the softened cream cheese and stir until melted. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the shredded cheese. Miix until the cheese has melted.
  • Season to taste and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Masa harina gives this soup its distinct taste. The only other option that can deliver similar flavor is finely chopped corn tortillas. Since you cannot use them to make a roux, they can be added at the same time you add the chicken. The soup will be similar in taste but won’t have the same thick creamy texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 2001mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1527IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 355mg | Iron: 3mg