This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is filled with tender chicken, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and a combination of spices. With hardly any prep work involved, this flavorful meal will quickly become a household favorite!
As I was prepping the ingredients for this Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup, it was a white, winter wonderland of snow outside my window.
Kinda fitting for a slow cooker meal, right?
Now, snow and I don’t necessarily mix, as I would much rather be somewhere warm than freezing cold. But, I have to admit that I do love watching snow fall. As long as I can stay warm from inside my house. There’s just something cozy about snow and a good slow cooker dish to warm you right up.
And while I use my slow cooker year round, it just feels extra special to use it in the winter. And when I can prep a meal on a lazy weekend and let it work its magic, it sounds even better.
It just so happens that tortilla soup is one of my favorites. The hubster and I adore Mexican food, and whenever we go to one of our favorite spots, they always serve us a bowl of their homemade chicken tortilla soup. It’s smooth, creamy, and definitely hits the spot…especially when paired with some chips and salsa!
So when I was thinking of a new dish to prepare, this Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup immediately came to mind. You all know that soup and I share a special love affair (see here, here and here), so it was just a matter of time before this recipe came into play.
This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is filled with tender chicken, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and a combination of spices. With hardly any prep work involved, this flavorful meal will quickly become a household favorite!
This soup is filled with zesty flavors and simmered to perfection. I used two medium chicken breasts, chicken broth, two cans of diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, corn, and some spices for that perfect broth. It results in a warm and comforting dish, filled with just the right amount of flavor.
One bite and the hubster and I were hooked. The flavor isn’t overly spicy, and the seasonings blend together perfectly. Pair it was some tender, shredded chicken, and this soup was perfection.
If you’re looking for an easy slow cooker dish, then this chicken tortilla soup was made for you! Simply add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker, stir, and walk away. That’s it! About 10 minutes before the soup is done, you’ll remove the chicken breasts, shred, and then return to the slow cooker to warm up. It really can’t get much easier than that!
So if you’re craving a slow cooker dish that’s full of flavor and simple to prepare, this Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is it! Fast, easy and perfect for lazy weekends or busy weeknights, you’ll love the zesty flavors and tender chicken. Top it with some diced avocado, shredded cheese, and crunchy tortilla strips…perfection in a bowl!
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ingredients
- 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 (10 ounce) cans mild diced tomatoes with green chilies (do not drain)
- 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 medium chicken breasts
Instructions
- Spray a medium slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or line with a slow cooker liner.
- Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, beans, corn, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, lime juice, and cilantro to slow cooker. Stir.
- Add in chicken breasts and cover. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 20 minutes before serving, remove chicken breasts from slow cooker and shred using two forks.
- Return to slow cooker and heat until warmed. Serve immediately with some shredded cheese, diced avocado, or tortilla strips, if desired.
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