Go Back
–+ servings
Print Recipe
4.72 from 100 votes

Green Enchilada Chicken Soup Recipe

This Green Chile Chicken Soup is a simple, healthy and delicious soup that is perfect for busy weeknights.  It’s creamy, hearty, full of flavor and sure to become a new family favorite.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 10 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 241kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced into 1/2" chunks
  • 2 15-ounce cans white beans rinsed and drained
  • 4 ounces cream cheese cubed and softened
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 4-ounce can green chiles
  • 1 14-ounce can green enchilada sauce (or red)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups chicken broth

Toppings

  • 2 cups tortilla strips
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • cilantro fresh chopped
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a slow cooker, add the cooked chicken, white beans, cream cheese, corn, green chiles, green enchilada sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and chicken broth. Stir.
  • Cover and cook on high heat for 2-3 hours, or until the soup is hot.   
  • Ladle into bowls and add your favorite toppings, including tortilla chips or strips, cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, and cilantro. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

Stovetop Instructions
  1. To a large pot, add cooked chicken, white beans, corn, green chiles, green enchilada sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and chicken broth. Stir. 
  2. Stir while heating on medium heat. Bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Serve.  Ladle into bowls and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Storing Instructions
  • Refrigerator:  store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freezer:  you can also store completely cooled soup in freezer bags or an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: if frozen, transfer to the fridge overnight to thaw.  Once you are ready to serve, reheat over medium low heat on the stovetop in a pot, stirring occasionally.  Serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 734mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 410IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 1mg