Description
Warm up with this creamy and flavorfulย Green Chicken Enchilada Soup! Made with tender shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, Monterey Jack cheese, and a hint of salsa verde, this soup is a comforting and easy-to-make meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Serve with avocado, cilantro, and sour cream for a delicious finish.ย
Ingredients
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2.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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1 recipe green enchilada sauce (or a 28-ounce can store-bought sauce)
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24 ounces chicken broth
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1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
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2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
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4 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened
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4 ounces green salsa (salsa verde)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving (Optional):
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Avocado, sliced
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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Green onions, sliced
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Sour cream
Instructions
Slow Cooker Instructions:
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Place chicken, green enchilada sauce, and chicken broth in a 6-quart slow cooker.
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Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
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Remove chicken, shred, and return to the slow cooker.
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Add Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, half-and-half, and green salsa.
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Set to warm and stir until cheese is melted.
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Season with salt, pepper, and additional salsa or hot sauce to taste.
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Serve with avocado, cilantro, green onion, and sour cream.
Instant Pot Instructions:
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Cook chicken with 1 cup of broth on high pressure for 8 minutes. Quick release after 10 minutes.
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Shred chicken and return to the pot set on sautรฉ (medium heat).
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Add remaining broth, enchilada sauce, and salsa. Heat until warm.
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Add cheeses and cream, stirring until melted.
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Season with salt and pepper. Serve as suggested above.
Stovetop Instructions:
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Simmer chicken and broth in a stockpot until chicken is cooked through.
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Shred chicken and return to the pot.
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Add enchilada sauce, cream, cheeses, and salsa. Heat until warm and cheese is melted.
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Season with salt and pepper. Serve as suggested above.
Notes
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For a spicier soup, add diced jalapeรฑos or extra hot sauce.
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To make this soup gluten-free, ensure the enchilada sauce and chicken broth are gluten-free.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 160mg