Go Back

Green Chile Enchilada Soup

Eunice Huerta
Green Chile Enchilada Chicken soup is a perfect Mexican-inspired dish that is filling, warm, comforting, and delicious.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless Chicken breast
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 28 oz can Green Enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 2 cups Mexican Blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup Tomatillo salsa verde
  • 1 4 oz. can of Diced green chiles or diced jalapeños (spicy)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a slow cooker, add chicken breast, green enchilada sauce, and chicken broth. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove chicken and shred. Add heavy cream, Mexican blend cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, chile peppers, cumin, and salsa verde to the slow cooker. Stir until the cheeses are melted.
  • Add shredded chicken back to slow cooker, stir and adjust salsa verde or seasonings to taste. Cook on high for 30 minutes.
  • Optional: Top with tortilla strips, avocado slices, cilantro, or diced onions.
  • Soup is good in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. Freeze soup in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Keyword green chile enchilada soup, green enchilada soup, recipe for green chile chicken soup, green chile enchilada chicken soup
Tried this recipe?Mention @thebusyabuelita or tag #thebusyabuelita!