Description
Hearty, comforting, and flavorful Creamy White Bean Enchilada Soup made with simple ingredients. A perfect weeknight meal that’s easy to prepare and satisfying for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- ½ cup half-and-half or heavy cream (or non-dairy alternative)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- For Serving (optional): Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, tortilla chips or strips
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2. Stir in garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until peppers begin to soften.
- 3. Add green chilies, cumin, chili powder, oregano, and cayenne (if using). Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Add cannellini beans, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
- 5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 6. Ladle about 2 cups of the soup into a blender and blend until smooth. (Or use an immersion blender directly in the pot).
- 7. Return blended mixture to the pot. Stir in half-and-half or cream. Heat gently until warmed through. Do not boil.
- 8. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Allow soup to cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally. Avoid boiling, especially if cream has been added. Add a splash of broth or water if soup is too thick. Microwave reheating is also an option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g