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    Home » Recipes » Low Carb Soups and Stews

    Published: Oct 17, 2022 · Modified: Oct 15, 2023 by Jennifer Banz· 15 Comments

    Keto Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Servings: 6
    |
    Cals: 273
    |
    Fat: 17
    |
    Carbs: 9
    |
    Fiber: 2
    |
    Protein: 21
    |
    Time: 35 minutes mins
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    This Keto Chicken Enchilada Soup is the full of flavor go-to on any Chili's menu. Now you can indulge in this hearty, zesty, copycat recipe with no stress of carbs! Bring one of the best things on the Chili's menu, home to your keto kitchen!

    chicken enchilada soup in green bowls

    Soups are my favorite meal, so when Fall hits, it is on my menu just about every week.  This recipe is super easy and so flavorful.  It is great for meal prep, or just for a weeknight dinner.

    I love all things soup! Especially Chili's Enchilada Soup!  This soup tastes just like the delicious Chili's version, but I made some adjustments to keep it keto.  This means I didn't use any processed cheese or masa (corn flour).  Yes, their soup uses both!

    Now I'm happy to share with you, just in time for Fall, this full or flavor Chicken Enchilada Soup, keto style!

    Let's get started!

    How to make keto chicken enchilada soup

    First, heat the avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat.

    Add in the onion, garlic, spices and chicken.

    Make sure you cook until the chicken is cooked through (about 8 minutes).  The chicken doesn't need to be browned.

    chicken enchilada soup ingredients in a large pot

    Now,  let's pour in the enchilada sauce and chicken broth.

    Whisk in the xanthan gum and bring to a boil to thicken.  As with all of my other soups and sauces that need to be thickened, I used xanthan gum.

    chicken enchilada soup in a large pot

    Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Serve in bowls with lot's of cheese!

    You won't believe your keto taste buds, when you try this Copycat Chicken Enchilada Soup!

    chicken enchilada soup in serving bowls with cheese

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    I hope you enjoy this Keto Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe.  Here at Low Carb with Jennifer we aim to deliver family friendly low carb and keto recipes that are easy to make with ingredients found in most grocery stores.  No crazy ingredients here!  If you are interested in more keto friendly recipes, I have a cookbook that is now available for pre-order!  You can find that here: Jenniferbanz.com/ketocookbook

    chicken enchilada soup in serving bowls with cheese

    Keto Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Chicken Enchilada Soup is the full of flavor go-to on any Chili's menu. Now you can indulge in this hearty, zesty, copycat recipe with no stress of carbs! Bring one of the best thing on the Chili's menu, home to your keto kitchen!
    5 from 4 votes
    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 273
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    This post may contain affiliate links

    Ingredients

    • 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
    • ½ Onion, chopped
    • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 Chicken Breast, cut into bite sized pieces
    • 3 teaspoons chili powder
    • 2 ½ teaspoons Cumin
    • 2 Cups Low sodium chicken broth
    • 1 Cup Enchilada Sauce
    • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
    • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 Cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    • 1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese

    Instructions

    • Heat avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat.
    • Add in the onion, garlic, spices and chicken.
    • Cook until the chicken is cooked through (about 8 minutes).
    • Pour in the enchilada sauce and chicken broth.
    • Whisk in the xanthan gum and bring to a boil to thicken.
    • Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Serve in bowls with lot's of cheese.

    Notes

    • Enchilada Sauce: Find one that has little to no sugar
    • What is Xanthan Gum?
    • I like to add the cheese to the individual bowls because I find that if it is added to the whole pot, it sinks to the bottom and becomes a melted glob on the bottom of the pot.
    Servings: 6

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 273 | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Keyword :gluten free, recipe for Chili's chicken enchilada soup

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      Recipe Reviews




    1. Lisa says

      November 02, 2022 at 7:52 pm

      Too yummy. Made with carbquick cheddar biscuits.

      Reply
    2. Michelle says

      October 17, 2022 at 8:18 pm

      What can you use instead of Xanthan gym? It gives me migraines.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 19, 2022 at 10:35 am

        I would just leave it out

        Reply
    3. JOY BURNHAM says

      October 17, 2022 at 8:11 pm

      Is there anything else to use for thickening? I use this stuff but is makes the liquid so gelatinous.

      Reply
    4. Carol B says

      May 01, 2022 at 12:44 pm

      Have you frozen leftovers

      Reply
    5. Susanna Horton says

      March 02, 2021 at 6:17 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight! Fabulous!

      Reply
    6. Brady Gatewood says

      October 02, 2020 at 2:07 am

      That looks awesome. I can’t wIt to makes some.

      Reply
    7. Renee says

      February 15, 2020 at 1:57 pm

      OMG YES… Can I use arrowroot powder instead of xantham gum?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 17, 2020 at 2:41 pm

        That should work but I am not sure on the amount

        Reply
      • JOY BURNHAM says

        October 17, 2022 at 8:16 pm

        I looked up the amount to use in arrowroot powder. 1 TB to 1 tsp

        Reply
    8. Cheryl says

      December 04, 2019 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      Just make it! So delicious! ?

      Reply
    9. Becky Bender says

      November 15, 2019 at 9:20 pm

      Can you make the chicken enchilada soup gluten free?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 18, 2019 at 9:20 am

        It is gluten free

        Reply
    10. ROBIN says

      September 21, 2019 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      Delicious and no one needed to know it was low carb ...lol

      Reply
    11. Renee Goerger says

      September 21, 2019 at 8:07 am

      5 stars
      I love how quickly and easily this recipe comes together. It's a family favorite!!

      Reply

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