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Comforting Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A cozy, easy-to-make crockpot chicken tortilla soup with just five main ingredients, perfect for busy nights and family-friendly meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 packet (or 2 tbsp homemade) seasoned taco seasoning
  • Tortilla chips or strips for topping
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts or thighs; no need to cut them as they will shred later.
  2. Add chicken, chicken broth, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, black beans, and taco seasoning to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is tender and shreddable.
  4. Remove chicken from crockpot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, extra taco seasoning, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice if desired.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla chips or strips and optional toppings like cheese, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and lime wedges.

Notes

For crispier tortilla strips, bake corn tortillas cut into strips at 350°F for 7-10 minutes, flipping halfway. Add tortilla chips and fresh toppings only at serving to avoid sogginess. Use low and slow cooking for best texture. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and prevent thickening. Frozen chicken can be used but increase cooking time by 1 hour.

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