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.

Victor Mutumba
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal.


Asare Godfred
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Youtube Gamer
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This soup was delicious! It was the perfect comfort food on a cold night. I will definitely be making this again!


MD zahidul islam
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I had to add some extra water to tone it down.


Joy Mitro
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I'm not a big fan of soup, but this one was really good! It was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was tender. I would definitely make it again.


Cynthia Walters
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This soup was just what I was looking for! It was easy to make and so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Aaron Prough
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This soup was amazing! I loved the creamy broth and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again!


Smo Ker
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Emilee Charlie
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and everyone loves it. I highly recommend it!


Jessica Harris
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This soup was delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again!


George Dootson
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper!


Kinsley Brin
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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by adding some sour cream. Overall, it was a good soup and I would make it again.


Viture John
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Christopher Acosta
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This soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably won't make it again.


Brit Cass
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I'm not a huge fan of enchilada soup, but this recipe changed my mind! The flavors were amazing and the soup was so creamy and comforting. I will definitely be making this again!


Md Fahim Hossain
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This soup was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight! It was so easy to make and my family loved it. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the soup had the perfect amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again!