Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
This Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup delivers bold flavors, minimal effort, and maximum satisfaction. It’s the kind of meal that makes you feel accomplished—even though the slow cooker does everything. Juicy shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, smoky spices, and a rich broth come together in one glorious bowl. Top it with crispy tortilla strips, avocado, cheese, or whatever your rebellious heart desires. It’s warm, comforting, and just spicy enough to keep things interesting. Whether you need an easy weeknight dinner or just an excuse to eat more chips, this slow-cooked masterpiece has your back.
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
A rich, spicy, and ridiculously easy chicken tortilla soup that practically makes itself.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can 28 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne optional, for a little fire
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Toppings (Pick Your Favorites):
- Tortilla strips because crunch is key
- Avocado sliced
- Shredded cheese
- Cilantro chopped
- Sour cream
Instructions
Step 1: Dump Everything In
- Place chicken, tomatoes, beans, corn, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker.
- Pour in broth and tomato sauce, then stir to mix.
Step 2: Spice It Up
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top.
Step 3: Let the Crockpot Do Its Thing
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours (or HIGH for 3-4 hours).
- Don’t open the lid every five minutes—it’s not a reality show.
Step 4: Shred & Finish
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return it to the soup.
- Squeeze in lime juice and stir well.
Step 5: Serve & Customize
- Ladle soup into bowls and load up on toppings.
- Enjoy and take full credit, even though the slow cooker did 95% of the work.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 30%
- Iron: 15%
- Potassium: 20%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Folate: 18%
Pro Tips for the Best Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Fire-roasted tomatoes add extra smoky depth.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot for less mess.
- Lime juice at the end brightens everything up.
- Want it creamier? Stir in a little sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.
