{"id":8634,"date":"2024-04-25T12:05:39","date_gmt":"2024-04-25T12:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homekitchennotes.com\/savoryspice\/slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup\/"},"modified":"2024-07-30T08:03:02","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T08:03:02","slug":"slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homekitchennotes.com\/ja\/slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sure, everyone loves<\/p>\n

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chicken noodle soup. But, for\u00a0some of us here in the Delish Test Kitchen, there’s nothing that soothes the soul and warms us up like a big bowl of chicken tortilla soup. The slight kick from chili powder and fire-roasted tomatoes gives what could easily be a very boring bowl of soup a jolt of flavor and depth. The best part? You get to load it up with\u00a0crunchy\u00a0tortilla strips, avocado, and sour cream\u2014let’s see chicken noodle try and do THAT. Keep reading for how to make this easy slow-cooker recipe that’s low on effort, and big on flavor:<\/p>\n

What’s in chicken tortilla soup?
\n<\/strong>We load ours up with extra protein by adding black beans, then throw in some\u00a0vegetables (corn! bell peppers! onion!) for health and color,\u00a0and flavor it all\u00a0with canned fire-roasted tomatoes, which\u00a0we love for their smokiness. The tortillas get added as croutons at the very end for a texture contrast.<\/p>\n

We use boneless, skinless chicken breasts in our recipe, but if you’ve got thighs, feel free to use ’em.\u00a0We recommend taking the meat off the bone for a faster, easier cooking process.\u00a0Rotisserie chicken\u00a0also works, and because it’s already cooked, it\u00a0will cut down on the amount of time the soup needs to cook in the slow cooker.\u00a0Sub in an equal amount and cook until heated through.<\/p>\n

Topping ideas:
\n<\/strong>We like to load our bowls up with avocado, tortilla croutons, and sour cream, but really, any of your favorite nacho fixings work. Try fresh jalape\u00f1os, thinly sliced radish, fresh herbs, or some shredded cheese.<\/p>\n

Storage.
\n<\/strong>This soup lasts in the fridge for up to 5 days in a resealable container. Just heat and serve when ready to eat\u2014preferably with more crunchy tortilla toppings!<\/p>\n

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Ingredients<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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  • 1<\/strong> lb.<\/strong>boneless skinless chicken breasts<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong>(15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong> c.<\/strong>frozen corn<\/li>\n
  • 2<\/strong>bell peppers, chopped<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong>white onion, chopped<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong>(15-oz.) can fire-roasted tomatoes<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4<\/strong> c.<\/strong>freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish<\/li>\n
  • 3<\/strong>cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong> tbsp.<\/strong>ground cumin<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong> tbsp.<\/strong>chili powder<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong> tsp.<\/strong>kosher salt<\/li>\n
  • 2<\/strong> c.<\/strong>low-sodium chicken broth<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong> c.<\/strong>shredded Monterey jack<\/li>\n
  • 1<\/strong> tbsp.<\/strong>extra-virgin olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 3<\/strong>small corn tortillas, cut into strips<\/li>\n
  • Sliced avocado, for serving<\/li>\n
  • Sour cream, for serving<\/li>\n
  • Lime wedges, for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Directions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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      1. Step\u00a0<\/span>1<\/span>\n

        In a large slow cooker, combine chicken, black beans, corn, peppers, onion, fire-roasted tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and chicken broth.<\/li>\n

      2. Step\u00a0<\/span>2<\/span>Cover and cook on low until chicken is cooked and falling apart, 5 to 6 hours.<\/li>\n
      3. Step\u00a0<\/span>3<\/span>Shred chicken with a fork, then top soup with Monterey Jack and cover to let melt, 5 minutes more.<\/li>\n
      4. Step\u00a0<\/span>4<\/span>Meanwhile, make tortilla crisps: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add tortilla strips and cook until crispy and golden, 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.<\/li>\n
      5. Step\u00a0<\/span>5<\/span>Serve soup topped with tortilla crisps, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and lime.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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