Description
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that makes mealtime effortless and satisfying. Bursting with tender chicken, nutritious beans, sweet corn, and a delightful medley of spices, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for any occasion. Simply toss your ingredients into the slow cooker, let it work its magic, and enjoy a warm bowl of homemade goodness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this versatile recipe allows for customization with your favorite toppings like avocado or fresh cilantro. Serve it with crispy tortilla strips for added texture and watch as it becomes a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) corn (drained)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper
- Optional toppings: tortilla strips, avocado, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prep vegetables by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In the crockpot, combine chicken breasts, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, and garlic.
- Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- After cooking time is up, shred the chicken with two forks and return to the soup; stir well.
- Serve hot topped with tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg