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Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

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  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup packed with tender chicken, beans, corn, and a zesty tomato base, topped with crispy tortilla strips.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Tortilla strips or chips, for serving
  • Shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado (optional toppings)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and all spices.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return to the soup.
  6. Stir in lime juice and cilantro (if using).
  7. Serve hot with tortilla strips and desired toppings.

Notes

  • You can use pre-cooked shredded chicken to shorten cooking time.
  • Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or more chili powder.
  • Soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg