Anti-Inflammatory Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

This Anti-Inflammatory Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup has a delicious, comforting, and flavorful taste. We prepare this easy slow-cooker soup with chicken, green enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, zucchini, green bell pepper, green chiles, garlic, olive oil, turmeric, ginger, oregano, cumin, lime juice, and cilantro. This easy slow-cooker soup has about 330 calories and 27 g of net carbs. We cook everything together in the Crock Pot, making it a simple meal for busy weeknights. The Anti-Inflammatory Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, lunches, and comforting healthy meals. You can serve this easy slow-cooker soup with Avocado Salad, Roasted Broccoli, Cauliflower Rice, Cucumber Salad, or Sautéed Spinach.

STATS:

• Course: Main Course, Soup
• Calories: 330 kcal
• Diet: Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Mexican
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Portion Size: 1½ cups
• Cooking Mode: Crock Pot, Slow Cooker
• Total Servings: 6
• Difficulty: Easy
• Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes

TOOLS:

• Crock Pot
• Knife
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Wooden spoon
• Cutting board
• Forks
• Ladle

INGREDIENTS:

• 1½ lb. chicken breasts
• 2 cups green enchilada sauce
• 2 cups chicken broth
• One can black beans
• Corn, one cup
• One zucchini
• One onion
• One green bell pepper
• One can green chilies
• Three cloves garlic
• Olive oil, one tbsp.
• One tsp. cumin
• Oregano, one tsp.
• Half a tsp. turmeric
• ½ tsp. ginger
• ½ tsp. smoked paprika
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
• ½ tsp. salt
• 1 lime
• ¼ cup cilantro

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

CHICKEN:

• Use chicken breast for a lean, protein-rich soup. As another option, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.

GREEN ENCHILADA SAUCE:

• Use green enchilada sauce to provide a tangy, savory flavor. As a different option, use a homemade green enchilada sauce.

BLACK BEANS:

• Use black beans to add fiber and plant-based protein. As another choice, use pinto beans or omit them for fewer carbohydrates.

CORN:

• Utilize corn to provide texture and natural sweetness. To get a lower-carb choice, you could leave it out.

ZUCCHINI:

• Use zucchini to add vegetables and a tender texture. As a replacement, use broccoli or spinach.

GREEN BELL PEPPER:

• Use green bell pepper for freshness and flavor. As another option, use poblano pepper.

OLIVE OIL:

• Use extra-virgin olive oil to provide healthy fats and Mediterranean-style flavor. As a replacement, use avocado oil.

TURMERIC:

• Because of its earthy taste and role in anti-inflammatory diets, utilize turmeric. Fresh turmeric can also be used.

GINGER:

• Use ginger to provide warm and slightly spicy flavor. Fresh grated ginger can be used instead.

CILANTRO:

• Use fresh cilantro for a bright finish. As another option, use fresh parsley.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Put the chicken in a Crock Pot.
2. Include the garlic, enchilada sauce, green chiles, broth, bell pepper, black beans, onion, corn, and zucchini.
3. Stir the salt, olive oil, cayenne pepper, cumin, black pepper, oregano, paprika, turmeric, and ginger.
4. Wrap and cook on LOW for about six hours.
5. Bring out the chicken and make shreds using 2 forks.
6. Put the shredded chicken back in a Crock Pot and whisk perfectly.
7. Include the fresh cilantro and lime juice.
8. And then serve this delicious soup warm with favorite toppings.

TIPS:

• We utilize enchilada sauce and low-sodium broth.
• Include the spinach while the last ten minutes for additional veggies.
• Skip the corn and beans to get a lower-carb version.
• Include additional lime juice to get a fresher flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

TOPPINGS:

• Avocado
• Greek Yogurt
• Fresh Cilantro
• Pumpkin Seeds
• Lime Wedges

SIDE DISHES:

• Cucumber Salad
• Cauliflower Rice
• Roasted Broccoli
• Avocado Salad
• Sautéed Spinach

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the soup in a closed box and refrigerate for nearly 3 to 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store the cooled soup for approximately 2 to 3 months.

FAQs:

May we utilize chicken thighs?

• Yes, you might utilize chicken thighs, as it works nicely in this soup.

Will we prepare this soup dairy-free?

• Yes, you can simply skip the dairy-based toppings such as Greek yogurt.

May we include additional veggies?

• Yes, you can use kale, spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 330 kcal

Sodium: 650 mg

Net Carbs: 27 g

Fiber: 7 g

Sugar: 7 g

Fats: 11 g

Proteins: 34 g

Total Carbs: 34 g