Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup: A Creamy, Flavor-Packed Comfort Meal!

 This Crock Pot Green Enchilada Chicken Soup is rich, creamy, and bursting with zesty green enchilada flavor! Made with tender chicken thighs, salsa verde, and a velvety cream base, it’s the perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal for busy weeknights. Low-carb, high-protein, and packed with Mexican flavors!

Ingredients

6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced (or substitute with chicken breasts)

 4 oz salsa verde (for that tangy, mildly spicy kick!) 

 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for a rich, creamy base!) 

 ½ teaspoon salt 

 ½ teaspoon black pepper 

2 teaspoons cumin (adds warmth & depth!) 

 1 teaspoon garlic powder 

 1 teaspoon onion powder 

 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce (for authentic enchilada flavor!)

 4 cups chicken broth (adds depth & keeps it soupy!) 

 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies (adds mild heat & flavor!) 

 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (melts into creamy goodness!) 

 ½ cup sour cream (for extra richness!)

 Juice of 1 lime (for a bright, fresh finish!) 

 ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish & flavor!) 

Optional Add-Ins for Extra Flavor:

 ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (for a subtle smoky depth!)

 1 can (15 oz) white beans (for added heartiness!)

1 cup corn kernels (for a slightly sweet crunch!)