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Creamy Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup: Easy 5-Ingredient Recipe

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This creamy crockpot chicken enchilada soup is unbelievably easy with just five main ingredients. It’s packed with flavor, perfectly creamy without heavy cream, and a crowd-pleaser for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2–3 breasts)
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained (or 1.5 cups frozen corn)
  • 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (for serving, optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for serving, optional)
  • Diced avocado (for serving, optional)
  • Tortilla chips or strips (for serving, optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Top with the drained black beans and drained corn. Sprinkle the cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder evenly over everything.
  2. Pour the enchilada sauce and chicken broth over the top. Do not stir.
  3. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  4. Carefully remove the chicken breasts to a cutting board or bowl. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Add the cubed, softened cream cheese to the slow cooker. Stir gently until completely melted and the broth is smooth and creamy.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Stir to combine. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite fixings (cheese, cilantro, avocado, tortilla chips, sour cream).

Notes

Let cream cheese come to room temperature for smooth melting. Use low-sodium broth to control salt. For a thicker soup, mash some black beans before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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