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Cozy Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup: Easy 30-Minute Dinner

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This Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup is a creamy, comforting, and easy weeknight dinner that comes together with minimal prep. The secret ingredient is cream cheese, which creates a velvety broth that perfectly balances the zesty enchilada flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (about 680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cans (10 oz or 280g each) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz or 411g) diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
  • 1 can (15 oz or 425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn (drained if canned)
  • 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups (480ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. Scatter the diced onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
  3. Pour in the enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained), and chicken broth. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir briefly.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
  6. Remove the chicken to a cutting board or bowl and shred with two forks.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot. Add the drained black beans, corn, and softened cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated (about 2-3 minutes).
  8. Let the soup simmer for another 10-15 minutes to heat through and meld flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  9. Ladle into bowls and garnish with desired toppings.

Notes

Add cream cheese at the end to prevent curdling. For a thicker soup, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir in during the final simmer. This soup tastes even better the next day.

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