Description
This Creamy White Bean Chicken Enchilada Soup is a comforting and flavorful twist on classic chicken enchiladas. Creamy white beans, tender chicken, and a blend of spices come together in a hearty, satisfying soup that is perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, very finely diced (about 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper)
- 1/2 cup finely diced cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 (15 ounce) can of cannellini white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
Creamy White Bean Base:
- 1 (15 ounce) can of cannellini white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup water or chicken broth
Mix-Ins:
- 3/4 cup frozen corn
- 1 medium lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh, chopped cilantro
Garnish:
- Tortilla strips or chips
- Extra cilantro
- Avocado slices
- Jalapeno slices
- Extra lime wedges
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large dutch oven or pot, saute onion, jalapeno, bell pepper, cilantro, and garlic until onions are translucent.
- Add Spices: Lower heat and stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook briefly.
- Incorporate Ingredients: Add enchilada sauce, chicken broth, white beans, chicken thighs, and additional salt and pepper. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, then shred chicken.
- Prepare Creamy Base: Blend white beans and water until smooth. Stir into soup with corn, lime juice, and cilantro. Adjust seasoning.
- Finish and Serve: Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Garnish with tortilla strips, cilantro, avocado, jalapeno, and lime wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
- Leftover Chicken: Substitute 2 cups of cooked shredded chicken and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Enchilada Sauce Substitute: Use 1 cup of tomato sauce with ½ teaspoon chili powder.
- Slow Cooker Option: Soften aromatics, then combine all ingredients in the slow cooker, adjusting broth. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg