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Chicken Tortilla Soup Crock Pot Recipe

Chicken Tortilla Soup Crock Pot Recipe: Spicy and Comforting

Classic Chicken Tortilla Soup with spicy, comforting flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained
  • 1 can 15 oz corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro avocado slices, tortilla strips, shredded cheese, sour cream
  • Suggested Pairings: Mexican beer cornbread

Instructions
 

  • In a crock pot, combine oil, onion, garlic, beans, corn, tomatoes, broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; taste and adjust.
  • Add chicken; cook on low 6–8 hours or high 3–4 hours.
  • Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot; stir in lime juice.
  • Serve in a white ceramic tureen with cilantro, avocado, tortilla strips, cheese, sour cream, beer, and cornbread.

Notes

  • Taste the broth for balanced flavor.
  • Store in fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Try a vegetarian or creamy variation.
  • Pair with lime wedges.