SLOW-COOKED CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP

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This soup delivers a big bowl of fresh comfort-just ask my husband. Toppings like avocado, sour cream and tortilla strips are a must. -Heather Sewell, Harrisonville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 8 servings (3-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 Anaheim or poblano peppers, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 carton (48 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chipotle hot pepper sauce, optional
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, cubed avocado, sour cream and crispy tortilla strips

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer pepper mixture and chicken to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Stir in broth, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, tomato paste, seasonings and, if desired, pepper sauce. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender (a thermometer should read at least 165°)., Remove chicken from slow cooker. Shred with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Stir in cilantro. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Aabid Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of enchiladas, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very satisfying.


Ganesha Gurung
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and delicious.


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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tarvin Rodney
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Rao Kaif
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Amboy Gwapohon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The chicken was tender and the broth was flavorful. I served it with sour cream, avocado, and cilantro, and it was a delicious meal.


Mamun Ovimani
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices to give it some flavor.


Jane Kanyi
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Mola Wahid
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. The chicken always comes out tender and juicy, and the broth is always flavorful.


Nailah McIntosh
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again for my next party.


Waqas Ali Nawabi
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My husband and I enjoyed this soup very much. It was easy to make and the ingredients were all readily available. The soup was flavorful and had just the right amount of spice. We will definitely be making this again.


Mohsin 007
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Wow, just wow! This soup is amazing. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the broth was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mosuime Mosuime
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This slow-cooked chicken enchilada soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with a perfect balance of spices and herbs. My family absolutely loved it, and I will definitely be making it again soon.