Slow-Cooker Chicken and Corn Enchilada Soup
A mild, creamy soup with tender chicken and sweet corn, gently simmered with a hint of chili for warmth without spice.
Cuisine: American
Category: Slow Cooker
Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 360 minutes.
Serves 6.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (15 oz), drained whole kernel corn
- 1 can (15 oz), undrained diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup mild enchilada sauce
- 1 medium, peeled and diced (1/4 inch) carrot
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken thighs, drained corn, diced tomatoes with juice, chicken broth, and enchilada sauce in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Step 2: Add diced carrots, frozen peas, oregano, cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until chicken is tender and carrots are fork-tender.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp grated cheddar cheese until melted and soup is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.