Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until softened, then stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Add the chicken breasts, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the chicken in the spices.
- Pour in the enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and green chiles. Stir well and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, sour cream, and lime juice until the cheese melts and the soup is creamy. Do not let the soup boil after adding the sour cream.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed. Stir in the chopped cilantro.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the sour cream. You can also swap Monterey Jack for cheddar or use rotisserie chicken to shorten the cooking time.
