Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup
**Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup** is a comforting, flavorful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This creamy, cheesy soup combines tender shredded chicken with the zesty flavors of green enchilada sauce and salsa verde. With minimal prep and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can set it up in the morning and come home to a warm, hearty meal. Plus, it's easily customizable with toppings like avocado, cilantro, and sour cream to suit your taste.
Yield: 6
Materials
- - 2.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- - 28 oz can of green enchilada sauce
- - 24 oz chicken broth
- - 1 cup half-and-half or heavy whipping cream
- - 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- - 4 oz cream cheese cubed and at room temperature
- - 4 oz green salsa salsa verde
- - Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
**Start Cooking the Chicken**:
- Begin by placing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs in your Crock Pot. Add the 28 oz can of green enchilada sauce and the 24 oz of chicken broth. Stir gently to combine. Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours. The slow cooking allows the chicken to absorb the rich flavors of the enchilada sauce, creating a base for the soup.
**Shred the Chicken**:
- About 30 minutes before you're ready to serve, remove the cooked chicken from the Crock Pot and shred it using two forks. The chicken should be tender and easy to shred at this point. Return the shredded chicken to the Crock Pot.
**Add the Cheesy Goodness**:
- With the shredded chicken back in the pot, add the 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 4 oz of cubed cream cheese, 1 cup of half-and-half or heavy whipping cream, and the 4 oz of green salsa (salsa verde). Stir everything together, allowing the cheeses to melt and the soup to become rich and creamy. This step creates the luxurious texture that makes this soup irresistible.
**Adjust the Flavor**:
- Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as needed. You can also add more green salsa if you prefer a spicier or tangier flavor. Stir everything well to ensure the cheese is fully incorporated and melted.
**Serve with Toppings**:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes. Sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream are popular choices that add freshness and contrast to the rich, cheesy soup.