Best 7 Chicken Cheese Enchilada Soup Recipes

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If you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, chicken cheese enchilada soup is a perfect choice. This creamy and cheesy soup is filled with tender pieces of chicken, corn, black beans, and spices, and topped with melted cheese and tortilla chips. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this soup is sure to be a hit. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a delicious bowl of chicken cheese enchilada soup!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ENCHILADA CHICKEN SOUP



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Canned soups, enchilada sauce and a few other convenience items make this chicken enchilada soup recipe one of my fast-to-fix favorites. Use mild green chiles if they suit your taste, or try a spicier variety to give the soup more kick. -Cristin Fischer, Bellevue, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2-2/3 cups whole milk
1 can (10 ounces) chunk white chicken, drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the soups, milk, chicken, enchilada sauce and chiles. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 992mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHICKEN CHEESE ENCHILADA SOUP



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This is one of my family's all-time favorite soups that I have made for years --- you may adjust the peppers to suit heat level, all other amounts may be adjusted also :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 cups chicken broth
3 fresh tomatoes, chopped
3 -4 tablespoons butter or 3 -4 tablespoons margarine
1 large onion, diced
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1/4 cup diced canned green chili (or more to taste)
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons cumin (can use more to taste)
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons flour (for a thicker soup add in more)
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (or more if desired)
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
crushed tortilla chips (to garnish)
cheddar cheese, grated for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a light boil.
  • Add in chopped tomatoes; simmer on low.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet, heat the butter, and saute the onion, add in the chiles; cook 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in cumin and chili powder, then flour, blending well.
  • Gradually add in the half and half; stir to combine.
  • Transfer the mixture into the pot with the broth; cook at a bare simmer over very low heat for 15 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add in the cheese and sour cream carefully, stirring often.
  • Add in the cooked chicken; mix until combined.
  • Top with crushed tortilla chips, and grated cheddar sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.6, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 129.6, Sodium 1135.7, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.9, Protein 30.5

CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP



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Turn up the heat (just a little) with this flavorful and hearty soup-ready in just 20 minutes!-inspired by a family-favorite Mexican dish. Get creative and make it your own with toppings like tortilla chips, jalapeños and cilantro.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
2 cups milk
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
2 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained, rinsed
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 oz)
Crushed tortilla chips, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, diced jalapeño chiles

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, mix condensed soup, enchilada sauce, milk, chiles, chicken, black beans and 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  • Cook over medium heat about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Top individual servings with remaining cheese and desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 1/2 g

LEFTOVER CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP



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Simple and easy to prepare. A cheesy and spicy chicken enchilada soup that is really comforting on a winter day.

Provided by bprimeau

Categories     Chicken Soup

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed Cheddar cheese soup (such as Campbell's®)
20 fluid ounces chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) can hot enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon Southwest seasoning
½ pound shredded cooked rotisserie chicken
2 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, divided
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 cup whole kernel corn, drained
18 tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Combine condensed soup, chicken broth, enchilada sauce, and Southwest seasoning in a large pot over medium-high heat. Whisk for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  • Add chicken, 1 1/4 cups Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese, cooked rice, and corn. Mix until well combined. Reduce heat to low and cook until heated through and cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and ladle into bowls. Top each bowl with remaining cheese and 3 tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 84.8 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 1489.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP



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This is a thick and hearty soup with all your favorite enchilada flavors! The masa harina adds a lovely texture and touch of corn flavor to the soup, which is actually somewhat stew-like in consistency. You can increase or decrease the seasonings to your taste preference, and make each bowl your own by topping with your favorite extras, such as tortilla chips, diced avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa.

Provided by Rebekah Rose Hills

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil, or more to taste
1 medium white onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup masa harina
3 cups chicken stock
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or more to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or more to taste
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a soup pot over medium to medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until tender and beginning to get some color, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in masa harina and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken stock and stir until well blended. Add chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes with juice, enchilada sauce, chile peppers, chipotle in adobo sauce, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Stir until well blended and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer until heated through, about 15 minutes.
  • Add Mexican cheddar, one handful at a time. As it melts into the soup, add a little more until all has been added and is incorporated. Adjust salt and other seasonings as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 1661.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

MAKEOVER CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP



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Even though they have many other delicious dishes on the menu, I always find myself ordering Chicken Enchilada Soup from Chili's. Here's the skinny version I make at home. -Traci Campbell, Saginaw, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/2 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
SOUP:
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
5 cups water, divided
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken base
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/3 cup masa harina
8 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup pico de gallo
6 tablespoons shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Cut each tortilla lengthwise into thirds; cut each widthwise into 1/4-in. strips. Place strips and oil in a resealable plastic bag; shake to coat. Combine chili powder, salt and cayenne. Add to bag; shake to coat., Arrange tortilla strips on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 6-8 minutes or until crisp, stirring once. Remove to paper towels to cool; set aside., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in 4 cups water, chicken base, chili powder, cumin, coriander and cayenne. Whisk masa harina and remaining water until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened., Reduce heat. Stir in process cheese until melted. Add chicken; heat through. Ladle into bowls. Top with pico de gallo, shredded cheese and tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 866mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP



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Make and share this Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CHILI SPICE

Categories     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

21 1/2 ounces cream of chicken soup (2 cans, condensed, sodium reduced)
10 ounces enchilada sauce (can use canned)
2 cups milk
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (reduced fat)
2 cups chicken, chopped (rotisserie from deli)
3/4 cup tortilla chips (crushed)

Steps:

  • In a 3 quart saucepan, mix all ingredients except tortilla chips.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Top individual serving with tortilla chips. T.
  • This make 6 1-cup servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.9, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 39.3, Sodium 1134, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 9.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses: This will give your soup a more complex and flavorful taste. A good combination is cheddar, Monterey Jack, and cream cheese.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings: You can use any type of cooked chicken, and you can also add other ingredients like beans, corn, or vegetables.
  • Make sure your soup is thick enough: You can do this by adding more cheese, or by using a cornstarch slurry.
  • Serve your soup with a variety of toppings: This could include sour cream, avocado, cilantro, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Chicken cheese enchilada soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy, cheesy broth, tender chicken, and flavorful enchilada spices, this soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own liking. Whether you like it mild or spicy, or with a variety of toppings, this soup is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken cheese enchilada soup a try.

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