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Chicken enchilada soup

Chicken Enchilada Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans canned chicken drained
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken, enchilada sauce, black beans, broth, and tomatoes.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat; simmer 20 minutes to blend flavors.
  4. Stir in half of the cheese until melted.
  5. Ladle into bowls and top with remaining cheese and tortilla strips.
  6. Serve hot with a squeeze of lime.

Notes

A dollop of sour cream tames the heat for little ones.