A creamy, flavorful soup packed with shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, beans, corn, and melty cheese — all in a cozy, one-pot meal.
2–3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 tbsp butter or oil
½ small onion, diced (optional)
2 cups chicken broth
1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn kernels
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (optional)
8 oz cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
In a large pot, melt butter and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and spices; cook 1 minute.
Stir in broth, enchilada sauce, beans, corn, and tomatoes. Simmer gently.
Add cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Stir in shredded chicken and cheese. Simmer on low 10 minutes.
Serve hot with toppings of choice.