Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chiles
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup salsa verde (green enchilada sauce)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Avocado slices, for garnish
- Tortilla strips or chips, for serving
Instructions:
- Cook and Shred Chicken (Low Intensity):
- Cook the chicken breasts (boil, bake, or use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken) and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics (Medium Intensity):
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Build Soup Base (Medium Intensity):
- Stir in diced green chiles, cannellini beans, corn, ground cumin, ground coriander, and dried oregano.
- Pour in chicken broth and salsa verde.
- Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Add Shredded Chicken (Low Intensity):
- Add the shredded chicken to the soup and continue simmering for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season and Finish (Low Intensity):
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Squeeze in the juice of one lime.
- Serve (Low Intensity):
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and avocado slices.
- Serve with tortilla strips or chips on the side.
- Enjoy Your Green Enchilada Chicken Soup! (Low Intensity):
Optional: Top with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of shredded cheese for added creaminess.
Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 6 servings):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used. Adjust quantities to fit your dietary preferences and restrictions.