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Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

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Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shreddedEzoic
    • 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 servingInstructions:
          1. 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.

          2. 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.
                1. 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.

              1. 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.
              2. Season and Finish (Low Intensity):
                  • Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

                • Squeeze in the juice of one lime.
              3. 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.
                  1. 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):

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