Zupas Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (preferably rotisserie for extra taste)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing chicken if cooking raw)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
• Chicken broth 4 cups
• Heavy cream 1 cup
• Evaporated milk 1/2 cup
• 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce (red or green)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (for melting in the soup or topping)
• Tortilla chips, crushed (for garnish and crunch)
• Fresh lime wedges (to squeeze for a zesty finish)
• Sour cream dollops (optional for serving)