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A hearty bowl of keto chicken enchilada soup on a marble surface
Brianna Hughes

Keto Chicken Enchilada Soup

Creamy, flavorful, and low carb. This Green Chicken Enchilada Soup is cozy comfort in a bowl.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 Cups
Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 315

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup salsa verde (use your favorite brand)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups chicken broth or bone broth
  • 4 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • Optional garnishes: extra cheddar, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, sliced jalapeno, sour cream, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice

Equipment

  • 1 Blender
  • 1 soup pot

Method
 

  1. In a blender or with an immersion blender, combine salsa verde, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and the chicken broth. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Pour that blended mixture into a saucepan over medium-low heat. Warm it gently and do not bring it to a boil. You just want it hot and slightly thickened.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken. Let it cook another 3 to 5 minutes, so the chicken gets heated through and the flavors meld together.
  4. Ladle into bowls. If you like, top with extra shredded cheddar and chopped cilantro. If you enjoy a little brightness, you can give your bowl a squeeze of fresh lime juice (totally optional) just before stirring it in.

Notes

The carb content in this is about 3 net grams of carbs per cup of soup (plus whatever toppings you put on).
Store the soup in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
To Reheat: Warm the soup gently on the stovetop over low to medium heat, stirring often. If it thickens too much after being chilled, stir in a splash of broth or a little cream until it reaches your desired consistency.
Avoid boiling it, since that can cause the dairy to separate.