1. Green Enchilada Chicken Soup

Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (4 oz) green enchilada sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, white beans, diced green chilies, cumin powder, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a simmer. Add the chicken breasts into the pot, submerging them in the liquid. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the soup. Add the corn kernels, if using, and let the soup simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and a squeeze of lime, if desired.
2. Asiago Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil and a pinch of salt, and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add the garlic cloves and sauté for another minute, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Add the roasted cauliflower to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to the pot.
- Stir in the whole milk or heavy cream, followed by the shredded Asiago cheese. Stir until the cheese melts completely.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
3. Slow Cooker Nacho Soup

Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Tortilla chips (for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked beef to a slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, taco seasoning mix, diced tomatoes, green chilies, kidney beans, beef broth, and milk. Stir to combine.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Serve the soup in bowls, topped with tortilla chips and chopped green onions.
4. Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup

Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 3-4 jalapeños, seeds removed and chopped (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Crispy bacon bits (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken broth, diced green chilies, and chopped jalapeños. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes.
- Add the cream cheese to the pot and stir until melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot, followed by the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and crispy bacon bits if desired.
5. Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Soup

Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 bag (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and browned. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the tortellini, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and dried thyme. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through and the soup has thickened slightly.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot, stir, and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.