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SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP

A rich, creamy, and flavorful chicken enchilada soup made easily in the slow cooker with halal-certified ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken pieces
  • 28 oz halal red enchilada sauce
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz corn drained
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups halal chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • to taste fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • tortilla strips

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Two forks

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Place the raw chicken pieces into the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Whisk together the enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika in a medium bowl.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken until evenly coated.
  4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
  6. Remove the chicken to a cutting board, shred with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
  7. Stir in the black beans, corn, and chicken broth.
  8. Microwave the cream cheese for 30 seconds until soft, then stir into the soup until fully melted.
  9. Gradually add the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring constantly until the soup is thickened and glossy.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot with desired garnishes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Soften cream cheese completely to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture.