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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

This comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Soup Base
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 500 g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Broth and Vegetables
  • 1 can 400 g diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Toppings
  • 1 cup tortilla strips
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • ½ avocado sliced

Method
 

  1. Sauté onion and garlic.
  2. Add ingredients to slow cooker.
  3. Cook on low 6 hours.
  4. Shred chicken and return to soup.
  5. Garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level with extra chili powder.
  • Fresh lime juice brightens the soup flavor.
  • Add extra broth if you prefer a thinner soup.