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Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Enchilada Soup

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A comforting and creamy slow cooker soup featuring tender chicken breasts, enchilada sauce, and a blend of spices, perfect for cozy dinners and easy meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz) green chiles, mild or medium
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz) low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) enchilada sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) sour cream
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack, optional for topping)
  • Corn tortillas, cut into strips (optional for topping)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry.
  2. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add diced onion, minced garlic, green chiles, chicken broth, enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  4. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Use an immersion blender to puree about half the soup in the crockpot, leaving some texture. Alternatively, carefully blend half the soup in a regular blender and return it to the crockpot.
  5. Stir in softened cream cheese and sour cream until fully melted and incorporated.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Simmer for 10 more minutes before serving.
  8. Optional: For added crunch, toss corn tortilla strips in a hot pan with a little oil until crispy and sprinkle on top before serving.

Notes

Use low-sodium chicken broth to control saltiness. Soften cream cheese before adding to avoid lumps. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to maintain temperature. Blending half the soup creates a creamy texture with some chunkiness. For crunch, add crispy tortilla strips just before serving. Can substitute chicken thighs for juicier meat. Dairy-free and vegetarian adaptations are possible.

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