{"id":5779,"date":"2026-06-04T23:57:35","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T23:57:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=5779"},"modified":"2026-06-04T23:57:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T23:57:35","slug":"crock-pot-green-enchilada-chicken-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/04\/crock-pot-green-enchilada-chicken-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you’re looking for a cozy, comforting meal that’s packed with flavor and incredibly easy to make, this Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is exactly what you need. Tender shredded chicken slowly cooks in a rich blend of green enchilada sauce, savory chicken broth, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa verde, creating a soup that’s hearty, satisfying, and bursting with Southwestern flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, game days, meal prep, or chilly evenings, this soup is a family favorite that tastes like it simmered all day in your kitchen.<\/p>\n

Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes
\nCook Time:<\/strong> 6\u20138 hours on Low or 3\u20134 hours on High
\nTotal Time:<\/strong> Up to 8 hours 15 minutes
\nYield:<\/strong> 8 servings<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h3>\n

For the Soup:<\/h4>\n
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  • 2\u00bd pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs<\/li>\n
  • 2 cans (14 oz each) green enchilada sauce<\/li>\n
  • 3 cups chicken broth<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup salsa verde<\/li>\n
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles<\/li>\n
  • 1 small onion, finely diced<\/li>\n
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon smoked paprika<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Creamy Finish:<\/h4>\n
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    • 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed<\/li>\n
    • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half<\/li>\n
    • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese<\/li>\n
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Optional Add-Ins:<\/h4>\n
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      • 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed<\/li>\n
      • 1 cup corn kernels<\/li>\n
      • 1 jalape\u00f1o, finely diced<\/li>\n
      • Fresh lime juice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Toppings:<\/h4>\n
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        • Sliced avocado<\/li>\n
        • Chopped cilantro<\/li>\n
        • Sour cream<\/li>\n
        • Green onions<\/li>\n
        • Crushed tortilla chips<\/li>\n
        • Shredded cheese<\/li>\n
        • Lime wedges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Instructions<\/h3>\n
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          1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, and salsa verde over the chicken.<\/li>\n
          2. Add the diced onion, garlic, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.<\/li>\n
          3. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on Low for 6\u20138 hours<\/strong> or High for 3\u20134 hours<\/strong>, until the chicken is tender enough to shred easily.<\/li>\n
          4. Remove the chicken and place it on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.<\/li>\n
          5. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well.<\/li>\n
          6. Add the cream cheese cubes and stir until they begin melting into the hot soup. Pour in the heavy cream and mix thoroughly.<\/li>\n
          7. Add the Monterey Jack cheese and cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring between additions until the soup becomes rich, smooth, and creamy.<\/li>\n
          8. If using white beans, corn, or jalape\u00f1os, stir them in now. Cover and cook for an additional 20\u201330 minutes.<\/li>\n
          9. Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings as needed. For extra brightness, squeeze in fresh lime juice just before serving.<\/li>\n
          10. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, green onions, crushed tortilla chips, and extra cheese.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Tips for the Best Green Enchilada Chicken Soup<\/h3>\n
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            • Chicken thighs produce a richer flavor and stay extra tender during slow cooking.<\/li>\n
            • For a thicker soup, add an additional 4 ounces of cream cheese.<\/li>\n
            • For a spicier version, use hot green enchilada sauce and extra jalape\u00f1os.<\/li>\n
            • This soup stores beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and tastes even better the next day.<\/li>\n
            • Freeze portions without the dairy ingredients, then add cream and cheese when reheating for the best texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              This creamy, cheesy Green Enchilada Chicken Soup delivers the perfect balance of savory chicken, tangy enchilada sauce, mild green chiles, and rich melted cheese. Every spoonful is loaded with comforting flavor, making it a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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