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Crockpot Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

The Best Crockpot Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup You’ll Love

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Crockpot Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup that combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and smoky spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use for tender, easy-to-shred meat.
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Adds rich flavor.
  • 2 cups Enchilada sauce Brings smoky spice.
  • 1 can Diced green chilies Provides mild heat.
For the Creaminess
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Melts smoothly.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Offers sharp flavor.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Adds tangy richness.
For Seasoning & Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Delivers warm notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Boosts savory depth.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped fresh cilantro For garnish.
  • 1 cup Tortilla strips or crushed chips For garnish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. In your crockpot, combine chicken broth, enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, cumin, garlic powder, and chicken breasts. Ensure everything’s submerged for even flavor.
  2. Cover and set the crockpot to low heat; cook for 4–5 hours until the chicken is supremely tender and shreds easily with two forks.
  3. Remove the chicken, transfer to a cutting board, then shred using two forks. Return those juicy strips to the crockpot, stirring gently to coat in sauce.
  4. Add cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and sour cream into the hot soup. Stir continuously until everything melts into a lusciously silky, creamy texture—about 5 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or extra cumin as needed. Let flavors meld for another 2–3 minutes.
  6. Ladle steaming soup into bowls, then garnish generously with fresh cilantro and crunchy tortilla strips or chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 640mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use softened cream cheese and adjust seasoning as per taste. A squeeze of fresh lime can add brightness to each bowl.

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