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Irresistible Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup

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A creamy, flavorful soup featuring roasted green chiles, tender chicken, and bold enchilada flavors—perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
  • 1 can diced green chiles (mild or hot, 4 oz)
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup green enchilada sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
  3. Sprinkle in the cumin and stir well to toast the spice.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and green enchilada sauce. Stir to combine.
  5. Add the shredded chicken and green chiles to the pot. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese. Stir until fully melted and incorporated.
  7. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Let the cheese melt completely, then taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Let the soup simmer gently for another 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
  9. Optional: Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

[‘Make sure the heat is low when adding cream cheese to prevent curdling.’, ‘Grate your own cheese for smoother melting.’, ‘Adjust spice levels by choosing mild or hot green chiles and enchilada sauce.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.’, ‘Get creative with toppings like avocado slices, tortilla strips, sour cream, or lime.’]

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Keywords: green chile soup, chicken enchilada soup, creamy soup, Mexican soup, comfort food, easy dinner recipe

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