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.

nirvik niroula
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This soup is perfect for a party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


mahnica shakya
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I've never made enchilada soup before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Maxfuud Xaaji
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This soup is absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it.


Bhimmaya Sunuwar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Essie
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


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


Katelyn Godfreu
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Fiorella Villavicencio
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this soup was just the right amount of heat. It was so flavorful and delicious.


shorif md aontor aontor
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This soup is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Jamie Mi
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Md: Harun aur Rashid
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great freezer meal.


Khushnood Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of enchiladas, but I loved this soup. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Adrionna Gallina
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex. I will definitely be making this again.


Shazna Shazy
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I love this soup. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eieesmail MdEicesmail
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This soup is delicious! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


Allahdeto Chandio
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it. It's so creamy and cheesy and the chicken is always tender. I highly recommend this recipe.


Suman Kafle
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This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.