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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

Published: Aug 14, 2021 · Modified: Aug 14, 2021 by Eileen xo

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Enchilada soup in a white soup bowl topped with sour cream and sliced jalapeno.
chicken enchilada soup in a white soup bowl

Slow cooker chicken enchilada soup, super flavorful and has the perfect amount of heat. The chicken slowly cooks and develops great flavor that's juicy and mouthwatering. All the ingredients go right into your slow-cooker. Turn it on and come home to an amazing dinner.

A white soup bowl fillled with enchilada soup topped with melted cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
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  • Ingredients
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

  • This is a super easy soup with everything going right into the crockpot.
  • An easy busy weeknight meal the whole family will love.
  • Slow cooking the soup gives

Ingredients

The ingredients to make chicken enchilada soup in the vessel of the s
  • Boneless chicken breasts or chicken thighs is the base of the soup.
  • Homemade enchilada sauce or store-bought sauce. No time, buy a can of enchilada sauce....no judging here!
  • Diced tomatoes adds flavor to the soup.
  • Yellow onions gives a sweet flavor to balance the tomatoes and spice.
  • Garlic, always a flavor enhancer.
  • Green chiles add a mild pepper flavor that adds texture to the soup.
  • Chicken stock gives the liquid needed for the soup. Homemade chicken stock can be used.
  • black beans - a fantastic addition of protein.  Can use any type of your favorite bean.
  • Corn gives a nice crunch to the soup.
  • Cumin, a great spice for Mexican food.
  • Salt and black pepper add another level of flavor.
  • Favorite toppings: jalapeños, sour cream, shredded cheese, sliced avocado

Equipment

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  • Slow Cooker
  • Instant Read Meat Thermometer
  • Knife

Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card

Step 1: Place chicken, enchilada sauce, onion, garlic, green chiles, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken stock, into the slow cooker.

Step 2: Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.

Step 3: Shred chicken and add back into the soup.

Step 4: Serve with shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, chopped cilantro and enjoy.

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave, following the manufacturers instructions. Or, reheat in a saucepan over medium

Expert Tips

Expert Tip: Use low-sodium or sodium free chicken broth to reduce the salt intake.

  • Set the crockpot on low 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  • Rinse the beans before you add them to the slow cooker to remove the liquid from the can.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the soup be made in advance? 

Feel free to make the soup up two days ahead of time.  The soup can keep about 3 days in an airtight container in in the refrigerator. For specific information on food safety, refer to USDA food safety guidelines.

Can I freeze the soup for later? 

This soup is a great make-ahead soup and freezes really well. Store the soup in a freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 4 months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a soup pot over medium heat until hot.

I don't have a slow cooker, can I make this soup on the stove top?

Place all ingredients in a Dutch oven. Place the lid on the pot. Simmer for about 50 minutes. Once the chicken is cooked through to 165°F, shred the chicken and add back into the soup.

Can I use bone-in chicken instead or boneless chicken?

Yes. I would discard the skin since it releases fat into the broth. Once the soup is finished, remove the bones and discard them.

Variations

  • For added creaminess, add some cream cheese at the end of cooking.
  • Add some extra veggies like bell peppers for additional nutrition.
  • Use your favorite beer or lager in lieu of chicken broth for a flavor twist.

Serving Suggestions

Top with your favorite toppings such as a dollop of sour cream, avocado slices, jalapeños, and chopped cilantro.

A tasty Weight Watchers Poblano Caesar Salad would be delish.

How about a tasty chicken taco, pork carnitas, chicken taquito, chicken enchilada slider, or veggie burrito to pair with this delicious soup.

Similar recipes

Easy Beef Enchiladas are another wonderful Mexican dinner to enjoy.

Mexican Shredded Beef is a fantastic meal with bold flavors for all to enjoy.

Our Frito Pie Recipe is another classic and delicious casserole that is always a hit

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A white soup bowl fillled with enchilada soup topped with melted cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

Quick and easy prep time goes into making the most delicious Slow Cooker Enchilada Soup. All your ingredients go right into the slow cooker. Set it and come back for a great meal!
4.46 from 11 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cheesy chicken enchilada soup, chicken enchilada soup, slow cooker chicken enchilada soup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
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Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Eileen Kelly

Equipment Needed:

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  • 8 quart Crock Pot
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  • Soup Ladle

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast Note 1
  • 32 ounces low sodium chicken stock Note 2
  • 14 ounces homemade enchilada sauce or store made enchilada sauce Note 3
  • 15 ounce can, black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 14 ounce can, fire-roasted diced tomatoes include the juices regular diced tomatoes can be used
  • 1 ½ cups frozen or canned corn Note 4
  • 4 ounce can of chopped green chiles
  • 1 medium onion, peeled and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt iodized salt can also be used
  • sour cream, optional garnish
  • shredded Mexican cheese, optional
  • sliced jalapeno, optional garnish
  • fresh cilantro, optional garnish

Instructions

  • Into the vessel of a large slow cooker, add boneless chicken breast, chicken stock, enchilada sauce, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chopped green chiles, diced onion, minced garlic, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
  • Cover and cook on LOW FOR 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
  • When cook time is complete. Chicken will be cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove and shred the chicken.
  • Remove the chicken and either shred or dice the chicken.
  • Return chicken to the slow cooker. Taste the soup for seasoning. If needed, adjust any seasoning.
  • Use a ladle to serve the soup into bowls. Garnish with your favorites such as sour cream, Remove and shred the chicken. slices, shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese, chopped cilantro.

Notes

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.
 
Note 1: You can use boneless skinless chicken thighs.
Note 2: Low-sodium is my first choice to keep the salt at a minimum. Regular chicken stock can be used.
Note 3: Our homemade enchilada sauce makes about 14 ounces. If using a store made can of enchilada sauce they usually come in 10 ounce cans. You will need to add a little extra chicken broth or water to equal 14 ounces. You may also need to add a little extra cumin. 
Note 4:  If using canned corn, drain and discard juices. 
Note 5: Cook on low 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
Note 6: Rinse the beans before you add them to the slow cooker to remove the liquid from the can.

Chicken Enchilada Soup Variations: 

  • For added creaminess, add 4 ounces of cream cheese at the end of cooking.
  • Add some extra veggies like peppers, carrots, and zucchini.
  • Use beer in lieu of chicken broth for a flavor twist.
  • Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1188mg | Potassium: 1137mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 641IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 4mg
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  1. Tim Sheppard

    September 18, 2019 at 7:41 am

    Loved your enchilada soup. Made it for Sunday football. It was a hit. Even better the next day for lunch. I’m not great in the kitchen but your step by step helps me a lot. I’ve made you Mexican beef too. Really good

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      October 05, 2019 at 2:50 am

      Aw, Tim, you must be awesome in the kitchen. You followed my recipe and had a great soup. I hope you keep cooking. ny questions, send to me, I'm happy to help you continue to cook!

      Reply
  2. Angie

    September 04, 2019 at 9:43 pm

    I have a can of enchilada sauce in the pantry! I might just have to make this over the weekend!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:11 am

      Excellent Angie,enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Erin Vasicek

    September 03, 2019 at 9:03 am

    I love enchilada soup! The temperatures are starting to cool down which means I will be taking my slow cooker out to make this soon.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:09 am

      Enjoy Erin! We love this soup!

      Reply
  4. Liz @ Books n' Cooks

    September 03, 2019 at 6:20 am

    Slow Cooker Enchilada Soup is one of our favorite fall/winter dinners - and our recipe is very similar to yours. So flavorful and yet, still both EASY and HEALTHY.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:07 am

      Enchilada Soup is awesome!

      Reply
  5. Karen

    September 02, 2019 at 8:17 pm

    This soup sounds sooooo tasty! Perfect for fall weather that is (maybe) coming!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:12 am

      I hope you enjoy! We eat this soup year round!

      Reply
  6. Sue Lau

    September 01, 2019 at 8:42 pm

    I can't wait for the first cool days of autumn to make this!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:15 am

      I hope you enjoy the soup!

      Reply
  7. Wendy Klik

    September 01, 2019 at 3:06 pm

    My teen loves anything enchilada. Perfect weeknight meal.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:10 am

      I hope they enjoy the soup!

      Reply
  8. Cori

    August 30, 2019 at 4:50 pm

    Hi, can you tell me when the corn goes in?

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 30, 2019 at 4:54 pm

      Whoops, sorry about that Cori. I have corrected the recipe instructions. The corn goes in with all the other ingredients at the beginning. In essence, this is a 'dump" everything into the slow cooker and let it do its thing! 🙂 Enjoy the recipe.

      Reply
  9. Gina

    August 28, 2019 at 6:53 am

    This looks super comforting! Ain't nothing like coming home after a long day and having a healthy dinner already waiting for you! I must give this a try! Oh and yes I too am already making pumpkin recipes lol

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 28, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      Thank you so much Gina! So glad you enjoy the soup recipe! I confess, today i am testing out some pumpkin recipes! Come back to enjoy them too 🙂

      Reply
  10. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)

    August 27, 2019 at 10:07 pm

    This is absolutely pure comfort food!!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 27, 2019 at 11:43 pm

      Thank you Jocelyn! This is my comfort food too!

      Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 08, 2019 at 1:08 am

      Thank you Jocelyn. I hope you enjoy the soup!

      Reply
  11. Kimberly

    August 25, 2019 at 2:00 pm

    We made your soup yesterday. Wow was it good. I made your enchilada sauce too. It was also great. I made extra and I’m freezing some. The kids went back to school so we already have a few freezer meals ready. Thanks for the recipe Eileen. It’s a good one. Perfect amount of spice

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 25, 2019 at 5:54 pm

      You made my weekend even better Kimberly. So glad you enjoyed the soup.

      Reply

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