Green Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe

Green Chicken Enchilada Soup Directions:

Slow Cooker Method:

1. In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine the chicken, green enchilada sauce, and chicken broth. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
2. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the slow cooker. Add the Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, half and half, and green salsa. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the soup is creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
3. Serve hot, garnished with avocado, cilantro, green onions, and sour cream if desired.

Instant Pot Method:

1. Place the chicken and 1 cup of chicken broth in the Instant Pot. Seal and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release.
2. Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the remaining broth, green enchilada sauce, green salsa, shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and half and half. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the soup is heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
3. Serve hot, garnished as desired.

Stovetop Method:

1. In a large stockpot, combine the chicken and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through and can be easily shredded. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
2. Add the green enchilada sauce, half and half, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and green salsa. Stir over medium heat until the cheeses are melted and the soup is creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
3. Serve hot, garnished as desired.

WW Points Calculation:

• Chicken breast: 0 points
• Green enchilada sauce: varies by brand
• Chicken broth: 0 points
• Half and half (1 cup): approximately 10 points
• Monterey Jack cheese (2 cups): approximately 16 points
• Cream cheese (4 ounces): approximately 16 points
• Green salsa: 0 points

Total Points: Approximately 42 points (excluding enchilada sauce)

Servings: 8

Per Serving: Approximately 5 points

Nutrition Information:

• Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 800mg

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