Description

This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate comfort food! Featuring tender chicken, beans, and vegetables simmered in a rich broth, it’s topped with crispy tortilla strips and your favorite garnishes like avocado, sour cream, and cheese. This hands-off, customizable dish is perfect for meal prep, busy weeknights, or feeding a crowd. Ready in 3-8 hours, it’s a hearty, flavorful soup that will quickly become a family favorite!

Ingredients

For the Soup:

1/2 cup white onion, diced

1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced

1 cup frozen corn

1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 can (4 oz) mild green chilies

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (do not drain)

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

6 cups chicken broth

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped

1 cup tortilla strips (or more if desired)

Toppings (optional):

Sour cream

Avocado

Olives

Shredded cheese

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Instructions

Prepare the Soup:
Place onion, bell pepper, corn, black beans, chicken breasts, chilies, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, chicken broth, and salt in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Cook:
Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
Shred the Chicken:
Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Finish the Soup:
Stir in the chopped cilantro. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with tortilla strips and any desired toppings like sour cream, avocado, or cheese.
Serve:
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Spicy Version: Add a can of hot green chilies or a pinch of cayenne pepper to add heat.

Vegetarian: Omit chicken and use extra beans and vegetables for a hearty vegetarian alternative.

Thicker Soup: To thicken, add a flour slurry or a dollop of sour cream for a creamy texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3-4 hours on HIGH or 6-8 hours on LOW
Category: Soup, Comfort Food
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Mexican