Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup (+Video)
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Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup (+Video)

6 servings
This is the best Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup! It is easy to make and is a family favorite. The flavors of a chicken tortilla in a soup!

Ingredients

  • boneless

    skinless chicken breasts

    1 lb
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • onion

    finely diced

    1 medium
  • garlic

    minced

    2 cloves
  • can chicken broth
    14.5 oz
  • water
    1 c
  • can corn

    undrained

    15.3 oz
  • can diced tomatoes and green chiles

    undrained, rotel

    10 oz
  • can enchilada sauce
    10 oz
  • packet taco seasoning
    1
  • chili powder
    ½ tsp
  • shredded cheese
  • crunchy tortilla strips

Directions

  1. 1

    Place 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of a 5-quart crock pot.

  2. 2

    Season with a bit of salt and pepper, to taste.

  3. 3

    Add in 1 medium onion, finely diced and 2 cloves garlic, minced.

  4. 4

    Then pour in 14.5 ounce can chicken broth, 1 cup water, 15.25 ounce can corn, undrained, 10 ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles (Rotel), undrained, and 10 ounce can enchilada sauce.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle with 1 packet taco seasoning and ½ teaspoon chili powder and give it all a good stir.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Put the lid on and cook on low for about 8-10 hours.

  7. 7

    About 15 minutes before serving, take the chicken breasts out and shred them using two forks. The chicken will shred very easily.

  8. 8

    Then put shredded chicken back in pot and stir.

    Step 8
  9. 9

    Let cook for additional 15 minutes. Then serve. Top with shredded cheese and crunchy tortilla strips.

    Step 9
Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup (+Video)
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Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup (+Video)

625 min6 servings172 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the comforting, zesty flavors of chicken tortilla soup without all the fuss? This Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is your answer, bringing the essence of your favorite chicken tortilla into an incredibly easy-to-make, family-friendly meal. It's the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it recipe, perfect for busy days.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; you'll love how the slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, allowing the chicken to become incredibly tender while the vibrant spices and ingredients meld together perfectly. It’s a fuss-free way to achieve deeply satisfying flavors that taste like they simmered for hours, all with minimal effort.

Prepare for a bowl full of rich, savory chicken, brightened by the kick of diced tomatoes and green chiles, and a symphony of Tex-Mex spices like taco seasoning and chili powder. The soup itself is hearty and flavorful, with tender chicken and bursts of sweet corn, all culminating in a delightfully comforting experience. Topped with melty shredded cheese and crunchy tortilla strips, each spoonful offers a satisfying mix of textures and an authentic, vibrant taste that makes this a true family favorite.

While delicious as is, this Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is wonderfully adaptable to your preferences. You can customize your bowl with extra toppings like a squeeze of fresh lime juice, sliced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream to enhance the flavors. For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or serving with a side of jalapeños. Don't have enchilada sauce? A mild red chili sauce could work in a pinch.

Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or feeding a crowd on a chilly evening, this comforting soup is best served hot, garnished generously with crunchy tortilla strips and shredded cheese. It's a complete meal in itself, sure to warm you from the inside out.

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