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January 17, 2018

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

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This recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup is super easy to get cooking in the morning and will warm you up on those cold winter days!  It’s ultra creamy without the addition of dairy, thanks to the addition of a can of refried beans.  Make it spicy with a can of hot enchilada sauce or for those weaklings (like me) just use mild.  My favorite part is to top with cilantro and avocado for some added flavor.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup–all the flavors of chicken enchiladas in a bowl of soup. The soup is thickened up with a can of refried beans instead of dairy…this soup can be made dairy free if you want it to be. This version is made in your slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

I love enchiladas but sometimes I don’t want to go through all the steps of making them. I’d rather throw everything into a pot and turn it on and walk away. That’s where this recipe for slow cooker chicken enchilada soup comes in. It’s one of those throw-everything-in kind of recipes. It takes only about 10 minutes to get it going.

I love serving this soup with a dollop of sour cream and tortillas chips crunched up on top. Major bonus if I have an avocado in the house and I can put a few avocado slices on top.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup


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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours on low
  • Total Time: 9 minute
  • Yield: 7 1/2 cups 1x
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All the flavors of chicken enchiladas in a bowl of soup. The soup is thickened up with a can of refried beans instead of dairy…this soup can be made dairy free if you want it to be. This version is made in your slow cooker.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce (mild, medium or hot…whatever you like)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (frozen is fine, just cook 2 hours longer)
  • 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
  • 4 oz cream cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, grated cheddar, tortilla or corn chips

Instructions

1.  Add broth, beans, corn, chiles, enchilada sauce, tomatoes, cumin, and chicken to the slow cooker.  Give a quick stir.
2.  Cover and cook on LOW for about 6 hours, or until chicken is cooked and tender.
3.  Remove the chicken and shred.  Stir refried beans and cream cheese (if wanted) into the hot soup until creamy.  Add chicken back into the slow cooker.
4.  Salt and pepper to taste.
5.  Ladle into servings bowls and top with individual toppings.

Notes

I used my 6 quart slow cooker for this recipe.

  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker

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42 Comments Filed Under: 6 or More Hours, All Recipes, Chicken, Mexican, Soups, Slow Cooker Tagged With: All Posts, 4 stars

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  1. imsen says

    February 15, 2022 at 8:41 am

    This soup is so yummy!! I just had a bowl and knew I had to come let you know how great it is. Thank you for sharing this.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  2. Uni says

    December 1, 2020 at 7:00 pm

    This is so fantastic I was a little skeptical about adding refried beans but wow it makes it thicker and adds to the already incredible flavor.

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      December 2, 2020 at 7:20 pm

      Glad you liked it!

      Reply
  3. Barbara Anne says

    November 30, 2020 at 7:13 pm

    Absolutely delicious….and foolproof!! Can’t wait to make it again.

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      December 1, 2020 at 6:15 pm

      Yay! Glad to hear it Barbara!

      Reply
  4. N says

    November 13, 2020 at 10:52 am

    How do you shred the hot chicken breast?

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    • Karen says

      November 14, 2020 at 8:24 pm

      I usually use 2 forks. Some people use their hand mixers.

      Reply
  5. Susan says

    January 16, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    Gonna make this on the stove top. I’m gonna leave out the whole beans so not too many carbs and add the refrieds at the end. The others are right, the refrieds sound genius. I bet corn would be a nice addition too. Thanks for this great recipe. Can’t wait!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      January 16, 2020 at 6:18 pm

      Yes I think corn would be great! Hope you like it 🙂

      Reply
  6. Diane says

    November 9, 2018 at 9:12 pm

    I made this soup today. Didn’t have black beans so I skipped that, also didn’t add cream cheese. But wow, delicious! I will be making this again. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 12, 2018 at 9:33 pm

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  7. Grandma Honey says

    August 31, 2017 at 10:11 am

    Since my husband is vegan, do you think this would work well leaving the chicken out?

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    • Karen says

      August 31, 2017 at 9:28 pm

      I’m sure it would…maybe add an extra can of beans?

      Reply
  8. Kim Porter says

    June 20, 2017 at 11:28 pm

    Made this for my family this week. Followed your recipe exactly and topped it with diced avocado, shredded sharp cheddar, cilantro, green onions, and freshly fried corn tortilla strips. Huge hit in our home. That addition of refried beans at the end is perfect! Never would have thought of that.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      June 22, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  9. Coco says

    May 25, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    This was an excellent and easy recipe. Thanks so much! It’s in our family’s regular rotation now. Sooooo yummy!!!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      June 1, 2017 at 11:08 am

      HOORAY!

      Reply
  10. Carol Borchardt says

    October 9, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    I don't use my slow cooker often enough and I need to change that. This looks delicious and the perfect reason to pull it out!

    Reply
  11. Lisa Goldfinger says

    October 9, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    Perfect recipe for this weekend! Thanks Karen 🙂

    Reply
  12. Shinee D says

    October 9, 2015 at 3:07 pm

    Adding this soup to my winter soup routine. Sounds so comforting for cold winter days!

    Reply
  13. Chick Pilot says

    September 17, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    Amazing recipe! I was looking for something that would be easy for a vacation home meal (nearest store is an hour away) and this was perfect. I went with the mild enchilada sauce and would definitely kick it up a notch to medium. No leftovers in this home. Thank you, thank you thank you!!!

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    • [email protected] says

      September 18, 2015 at 5:12 pm

      So glad you liked it! I need to make it again this week 🙂

      Reply
    • Chick Pilot says

      January 9, 2016 at 3:54 am

      Made this again tonight–at the same vacation home, only surround by snow!–with ground beef and beef broth (we've had rather chicken-centric meals lately!) and it was still fantastic. Love the versatility. Awsome!!!

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    • [email protected] says

      January 12, 2016 at 3:26 am

      Oh yum sounds fantastic

      Reply
  14. JoJo W says

    August 16, 2014 at 4:57 pm

    Oops! I made a mistake. I added the refried beans with everything! Is it ruined? Do I add more refried beans when it's done?

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    • [email protected] says

      August 19, 2014 at 1:54 am

      It will be fine! Just not as thick. Don't add more beans 🙂

      Reply
  15. EM T says

    July 17, 2014 at 3:01 pm

    Will this feed 4 people and how many servings is this?

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    • [email protected] says

      July 18, 2014 at 6:38 pm

      It has 6 servings…yes it will easily feed 4 people!

      Reply
  16. Ashley Lang says

    March 13, 2014 at 3:37 pm

    Did you dice the chicken when you added it to the mixture at the beginning or just put the whole breasts in before shredding it later? Thanks!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      March 14, 2014 at 8:40 pm

      I just put in whole and shred later!

      Reply
  17. Louie Kizis says

    March 1, 2014 at 7:05 pm

    This sounded so good I am making it today! Thank you. Can you tell me why the refried beans are added at the end?

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    • [email protected] says

      March 2, 2014 at 12:39 am

      I add them at the end so it thickens the soup up and makes it creamy. You can add at the beginning but it won't be as thick. Good luck! I hope you like it 🙂

      Reply
  18. Dilly says

    January 26, 2014 at 5:40 pm

    I made this on Friday…it is so delicious. I add diced avocado, sour cream, cilantro and crunched up tortilla chips after I've spooned it into my bowl. Thank you for such a quick, easy and delicious recipe. I haven't used my crock pot much in the past. You've helped me see that it is a great kitchen tool! Can't wait to try another recipe.

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      January 29, 2014 at 4:54 am

      hooray!!!

      Reply
  19. Katie says

    January 10, 2014 at 4:43 pm

    Mmmm this sounds divine. I never would have thought to put a can of refried beans in the soup. Genius!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      January 12, 2014 at 12:32 am

      Yes the refried beans made it nice and creamy! Enjoy!

      Reply
  20. Mandy says

    January 10, 2014 at 4:40 pm

    Making this amazing soup this weekend on our crazy Sundays! Thank you for the recipe – looks delicious!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      January 12, 2014 at 12:33 am

      Hope it turns out well for you! I live slow cooker Sundays!

      Reply
  21. Martha says

    January 9, 2014 at 2:11 am

    This looks delicious! I've bookmarked it to try soon. Thanks for the inspiration.

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    • [email protected] says

      January 9, 2014 at 2:34 am

      you're welcome! Hope you like it!

      Reply
  22. Jodee Weiland says

    January 8, 2014 at 4:14 am

    This looks delicious! I have to try this…such a great combination of flavors! I bet this tastes really good. Thanks!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      January 9, 2014 at 2:34 am

      You're welcome Jodee! Hope you like it!

      Reply

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