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Chef Luca

Chicken Tortilla Soup (Crock Pot Recipe)

This easy and hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup is slow-cooked to perfection in a crock pot. It’s filled with tender shredded chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and bold Tex-Mex spices, all simmered in a rich, comforting broth. It’s a fuss-free, flavor-packed dinner option ideal for busy weekdays, meal prep, or game night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Equipment

  • 6- quart crock pot or slow cooker
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener
  • Mixing spoon
  • Forks (for shredding chicken)
  • Ladle for serving

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can sweet corn, drained
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Optional: 4 oz cream cheese for creamy version

Method
 

  1. Prep Ingredients: Dice onion, mince garlic, drain canned items.
  2. Optional Sauté: For extra flavor, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Load Crock Pot: Add all ingredients except lime juice and optional cream cheese.
  4. Cook:
  5. Low for 6–8 hours
  6. OR High for 3–4 hours
  7. Shred Chicken: Remove, shred with forks, return to pot.
  8. Finish: Stir in lime juice (and cream cheese if using).
  9. Serve: Top with tortilla strips, cheese, avocado, or desired toppings.

Notes

Pro Tips:

  • For a keto version, skip corn and beans; load up on chicken and avocado.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
  • Want more heat? Add jalapeños or hot Rotel.
  • Great for parties: set up a toppings bar so everyone builds their own bowl.