Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Experience the rich, robust flavors of a Chicken Tortilla Soup that’s both hearty and comforting, effortlessly prepared using your slow cooker! Ideal for serving throughout the year, this soup is particularly satisfying on a chilly day. Don’t forget to pile on your favorite toppings for the perfect finishing touch!
Servings: 5 Servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 6 hours
Ready in: 6 hours minutes
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups low-sodium of chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 1/4 cups finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, for tasting
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For serving:
- Tortilla strips or tortilla chips opt
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey jack cheese
- Diced avocado, diced Roma tomatoes, sour cream opt
Instructions
- Begin by pouring chicken broth and diced tomatoes into the slow cooker.
- Add in the onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker, cover with the lid, and cook on LOW heat for 6 hours or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it, and then return it to the slow cooker.
- Add black beans, corn, cilantro, and lime juice to the slow cooker, stirring the ingredients. Allow them to cook until heated through.
- Serve the soup warm, garnished with tortilla strips, cheese, and any other optional ingredients you desire. Enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the onion is finely chopped for thorough and tender cooking.
- Consider enhancing the flavor by adding canned tomatoes with mild green chilies.
- Incorporate a diced red bell pepper for an extra vegetable element.
- For a spicy kick, include one or two seeded, diced jalapenos.
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