Chicken Enchilada Soup

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This chicken enchilada soup is a copy of a favorite served at a local restaurant. My family loves it! Serve soup in bowls garnished with shredded Cheddar or Jack cheese and crumbled tortilla chips.

Submitted by Karen Hix

Updated on April 2, 2023

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

50 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup diced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 quart chicken broth
3 cups water
1 cup masa harina
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts in hot oil until well browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Cook and stir onion and garlic in drippings in the same pot until onions are translucent. Pour in chicken broth.
Whisk together 2 cups water and masa harina in a medium bowl until well blended; pour into the pot. Stir in Cheddar cheese, enchilada sauce, remaining 1 cup water, salt, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a boil.
Shred cooked chicken and add it to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

290	Calories
16g	Fat
14g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	21%
Saturated Fat 9g	43%
Cholesterol 74mg	25%
Sodium 512mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 22g	44%
Vitamin C 4mg	5%
Calcium 242mg	19%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 284mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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