Who doesn't love enchilada flavors? In this version, we deconstruct classic enchilada ingredients and turn it into a warm and hearty slow cooker soup. Smarts: This meal can easily be doubled for freezing so you can have something convenient on hand for those busy times.
Chipotle peppers (find canned in ethnic aisle, usually in adobo sauce)
- 1
, chopped finely
Diced tomatoes (14 oz / 397 g)
- 1 can
Cumin
- 1 Tbsp
Coriander
- 1 Tbsp
Adobo sauce (usually found with canned chipotles - sub smoked paprika)
- 2 tsp
Green chiles
- 2 oz
Vegetable broth (sub water)
- 6 cups
Corn kernels, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup
Avocado
- 1
, sliced or cubed
Sour cream
- 4 Tbsp
Cheese, Mexican blend (opt)
- 2 oz
, grated
Tortilla chips
- for serving
Prep
Beans - Rinse beans. For kidney beans, rinse and then boil them in water for a full 10 minutes to remove phytohaemagglutinin, which can result in gastric issues.
Garlic / Onions / Chipotle peppers - Prep as directed. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)
Diced tomatoes - Drain.
Slow cook - Place dried beans, cumin, coriander, garlic, onions, chipotles, Adobo sauce, diced tomatoes, green chiles, and vegetable broth (or water) into slow cooker. Slow cook for 7 to 8 hours on low.
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