Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Why Make This Recipe

Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delicious and easy dish that warms you up on a chilly day. It’s packed with flavors from black beans, corn, and tomatoes, making it not only tasty but also nourishing. Plus, using a crockpot means you can set it and forget it, letting you focus on other things while your meal cooks. This dish is perfect for families, gatherings, or even meal prep for the week.

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How to Make Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), undrained
• 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth
• 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
• Tortilla chips
• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Avocado (for serving)

Directions:

1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart or larger crockpot.
2. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, Rotel, chicken broth, taco seasoning, cumin, and chili powder to the crockpot.
3. Stir gently to combine ingredients around the chicken.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot.
6. Stir the shredded chicken into the soup.
7. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced avocado, if desired. Serve hot.

How to Serve Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Serve the soup hot in bowls. You can offer tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado on the side for everyone to add to their soup as they like. This makes for a fun, customizable dining experience.

How to Store Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Allow any leftovers to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the soup in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Just remember to thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.

Tips to Make Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

• If you want it spicier, consider adding more chili powder or some diced jalapeños.
• For extra flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the crockpot.
• You can use rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breasts for an even quicker recipe. Just add the chicken at the end to warm it through.

Variation

Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for more color and nutrition. You can also substitute the chicken with beans for a vegetarian option.

FAQs

Can I make this soup in advance?
Yes, Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup can be made the day before and stored in the refrigerator. Just reheat it before serving.

Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts in the crockpot, but increase the cooking time by an hour for best results.

What can I use instead of chicken broth?
You can use vegetable broth or water with a bit of seasoning if you want to keep it vegetarian or are out of chicken broth.

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