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

Abdul Jolil
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Ayodeji Opeyemi
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This soup is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I love the creamy texture and the cheesy flavor. I would definitely recommend it.


Malik Sadamhussain
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a quick weeknight meal. It's always a hit.


Akhtar Akhtar
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I tried this recipe and it was a hit! My family loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make it again.


Zubair Rajput
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the chicken is so tender. I love the addition of the corn and black beans. It's the perfect comfort food.


M Al-Amin A S
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's a great way to have a quick and easy meal.


Thandeka Dakile
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I'm not a big fan of enchiladas, but I love this soup. It's creamy, cheesy, and has just the right amount of spice. I would definitely recommend it.


Bijin Gurung
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love this soup and they always ask for seconds.


kyreesha
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a quick weeknight meal. It's always a hit.


mathias namwamba
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I tried this recipe and it was amazing! The soup was creamy and cheesy, with just the right amount of spice. I would definitely make it again.


Kaziro Solomon
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This soup is delicious and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I would definitely recommend it.


rah im
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make, flavorful, and a great way to use up leftover chicken.


will bruce
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Jamel Dickerson
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a rotisserie chicken to save time, and it worked out great. I also added some chopped cilantro and avocado to the soup before serving. It was a delicious and healthy meal.


Tk Shahalam
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I'm not a huge fan of enchiladas, but this soup was really good. It was creamy and cheesy, with just the right amount of spice. I would definitely make it again.


Jalal Parvez
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This soup was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Zubair Mursalinzai
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the corn and black beans. It gave the soup a nice texture and flavor.


Md Sahjahan Choudhury
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This chicken cheese enchilada soup was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and had great flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.