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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes (low) or 3-4 hours 10 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Description

This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is a hearty, flavorful meal made with tender shredded chicken, bold spices, and wholesome ingredients. Easy to prepare, customizable, and perfect for meal prep!

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup tortilla strips
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the jalapeño if using. Drain and rinse the black beans.
  2. Layer the Ingredients: Place the chicken in the slow cooker. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, black beans, corn, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and all the seasonings.
  3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
  4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
  5. Add Fresh Flavors: Stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro for added brightness.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add extra jalapeño, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce for more heat.
  • Vegetarian Version: Replace chicken with additional beans and use vegetable broth.
  • Different Protein: Swap chicken for shredded beef or turkey.
  • Creamy Version: Stir in a little heavy cream or cream cheese for a richer texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
  • Category: soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: mexican inspired

Keywords: slow cooker chicken tortilla soup, easy tortilla soup, crockpot chicken soup, spicy chicken soup, healthy tortilla soup

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