Description
This Keto Green Chicken Enchilada Soup is a creamy, flavorful, and low-carb soup perfect for anyone following a keto diet. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with green chilies, green enchilada sauce, and aromatic spices, then finished with heavy cream and cheese for a rich and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Finishing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Add the chicken breasts, diced green chilies, green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
- Cook Chicken: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks to create bite-sized pieces.
- Return Chicken to Slow Cooker: Add the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker and mix well with the remaining ingredients and broth.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese (if using) into the soup. Cook for an additional 15 minutes on low to allow the soup to become creamy and well combined.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro or avocado slices if desired. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit the heavy cream and cheese and substitute with coconut milk or a dairy-free cream alternative.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and also freeze well for up to 2 months.
- Adjust the level of spice by choosing mild or hot green enchilada sauce based on your preference.
- Garnish suggestions include fresh cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream, or chopped green onions to enhance flavor and presentation.
