Slow Cooker Green Enchilada Chicken Soup 🌶️🍲

This comforting and flavorful soup is a perfect one-pot meal that's incredibly easy to prepare in your slow cooker. With tender chicken, zesty green enchilada sauce, and a medley of spices, it's both satisfying and hearty. Top it off with your favorite garnishes for a delicious meal that's great any time of the year!

Ingredients

For the soup base

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (15 oz) green enchilada sauce
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

For garnishing

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• 1 avocado, diced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges
• Tortilla chips or strips

Instructions

• In your slow cooker, combine the chicken breasts, chicken broth, green enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

🥄 Make sure to stir well to combine all the ingredients. This mix will create a delicious base for your soup.

• Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

• Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir everything together to mix the shredded chicken with the soup.

🥣 If you prefer a creamier soup, you can stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream or sour cream just before serving.

• Serve the soup hot, garnished with shredded cheese, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

🌮 For added crunch, top your soup with tortilla chips or strips just before serving.

Variations

• Vegetarian: Replace the chicken with diced butternut squash or sweet potatoes and use vegetable broth instead. You'll still get a delightful texture and flavor! 🥕
• Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce for extra heat! Adjust the amount to suit your taste. 🔥
• Creamier: Stir in a cup of cream cheese or a can of coconut milk during the last 30 minutes of cooking for a creamy twist. 🥥
• Slow Cooker Tips: If cooking on high, check for doneness about an hour earlier, as slow cookers can vary in temperature.

Enjoy this comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor with every spoonful! 🥄❤️