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cheesy chicken enchilada soup (chili's)

(7 ratings)
MissHopie87 avatar
Recipe by
Hope Vaillancourt
@MissHopie87
Las Vegas, NV

This is by far one of our favorites! If you have ever been to Chili's and have found yourself addicted to this soup then you will love this copycat recipe! Loaded with cheese, chicken and mexican spices this soup is PERFECT on a cold rainy/ snowy day. Mmmmm Mmmmm! Enjoy!

(7 ratings)
yield 16 -20
prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min

Ingredients For cheesy chicken enchilada soup (chili's)

  • 1/2 c
    vegetable oil
  • 1/4 c
    chicken bouillon powder
  • 3 c
    yellow onions, diced
  • 2 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 2 tsp
    chili powder
  • 2 tsp
    granulated garlic
  • 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 2 c
    masa harina
  • 4 qt
    water
  • 2 c
    canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can
    (30 ounces) enchilada sauce (use macayo's brand for the best flavor)
  • 8 oz
    velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 3 lb
    cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • GARNISH:
  • 1 c
    cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 c
    tortilla chips, crushed
  • 1 c
    pico de gallo

How To Make cheesy chicken enchilada soup (chili's)

  • 1
    In large pot, place oil, chicken base, onion and spices.
  • 2
    Sauté until onions are soft and clear, about 5 minutes.
  • 3
    In another container, combine Masa Harina with 1 quart water.
  • 4
    Stir until all lumps dissolve.
  • 5
    Add to sautéed onions and bring to boil.
  • 6
    Once mixture starts to bubble, continue cooking 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. This will eliminate any raw taste from Masa Harina.
  • 7
    Add remaining 3 quarts water to pot.
  • 8
    Add tomatoes and enchilada sauce; let mixture return to boil stirring occasionally.
  • 9
    Add cheese to soup.
  • 10
    Cook stirring occasionally, until cheese melts.
  • 11
    Add chicken; heat through and serve. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled tortilla chips, and pico de gallo.
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