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Home » Recipes » Soup » Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

By: Rebecca  |  Published: January 26, 2018  |  Updated: July 25, 2019  |   View Our Affiliate Disclosure Policy

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 This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with delicious ingredients like chicken, peppers, tomatoes, corn, and beans and the bold flavor of garlic and cayenne! A comforting and hot meal for chilly nights!

 This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with delicious ingredients like chicken, peppers, tomatoes, corn, and beans and the bold flavor of garlic and cayenne! A comforting and hot meal for chilly nights!

Chicken Tortilla Soup

There’s nothing quite as comforting as a steaming bowl of soup on a cold winter day. Make it wholesome with a hint of spice, and you’ll be warmed from the inside out.

This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe will thaw you to the bone with its hearty ingredients and fire-roasted flavor.

I love Southwestern-based soups, so in light of the cold spell that’s fallen over the country, I figured I’d try my hand at making my own.

Although I don’t work in an office setting anymore, I like having pre-made lunches readily available as a time and money saver.

If I’m working from home, taking an hour or two to prepare and eat lunch is distracting and time-consuming.

And if I’m out running errands or at my studio when hunger strikes, I’m all too capable of looking for a convenient fix and making poor food choices. (Low blood sugar makes us all crazy, amirite?)

But when I make a big batch of Tortilla Soup to keep in my fridge or pack in a thermos, I’m not only ready for the midday stomach grumbles, I’m able to resist temptation!

This smoky, spicy soup features juicy shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes and corn, black beans, peppers, onions, and bold spices like cumin, garlic, and a dose of cayenne.

If you’re in the market for a new slow cooker, this one is my favorite, I love that it’s equipped for on-to-go and that it has a programmable menu.

Each cozy bowl of goodness is made extra vibrant when it’s topped with cilantro, queso fresco, crema, a squeeze of lime, and crunchy tortilla strips!

I often eat Tortilla Soup with a handful of tortilla chips too, which I use to scoop up the hearty contents of the soup.

The other reason I enjoy making this Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe is that it’s easy! Throw all the ingredients together and the slow cooker does all the work.

It does take 8-10 hours to cook, so it’s a great meal to prepare for a rainy or snowy day morning, and you’ll be able to enjoy it that night.

The only additional step is to pull the chicken breasts out of the crock pot a half hour before serving to shred them, then add them back to the pot.

You can enjoy the batch for days… in fact, I think it tastes best after the flavors have been able to set for a day or so!

This easy Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe is like a smoky, spicy bowl of comfort.

It’s a tasty, hearty, meal that will warm you to your core, even on the coldest of days. And it has less than 250 calories per serving!

How Do You Make Chicken Tortilla Soup in the Slow Cooker?

  1. Place the chicken breast at the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. Whisk together the spices in a small bowl, then pour over the chicken and pat down firmly.
  3. Add the red onion, bell pepper, and diced serrano, then dump in the tomatoes, corn, and black beans.
  4. Slowly pour in the chicken broth and water, then whisk in the tomato paste.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours. 30 minutes before serving, carefully remove the chicken breasts and shred with a fork, then carefully stir it back into the soup.
  6. Serve with tortilla strips and queso fresco, and garnish with cilantro and crema as desired.

More Delicious Soup Recipes:

  • Cauliflower Soup
  • Sweet Potato Soup
  • Creamy Wild Rice Soup

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This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with delicious ingredients like chicken, peppers, tomatoes, corn, and beans and the bold flavor of garlic and cayenne! A comforting and hot meal for chilly nights!

This recipe was originally published in June 2013 and was updated in January 2018.

 This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with delicious ingredients like chicken, peppers, tomatoes, corn, and beans and the bold flavor of garlic and cayenne! A comforting and hot meal for chilly nights!

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Rebecca Hubbell
 This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with delicious ingredients like chicken, peppers, tomatoes, corn, and beans and the bold flavor of garlic and cayenne! A comforting and hot meal for chilly nights!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 8 hrs
Total Time 8 hrs 10 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican Inspired
Servings 12 people
Calories 238

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup red onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 serrano pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 (14.5 oz.) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 (14.5 oz.) can fire-roasted corn drained
  • 1 (15 oz.) can low-sodium black beans drained and rinsed
  • 32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 cups tortilla strips
  • 8 ounces queso fresco
  • cilantro for garnish
  • crema for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breast at the bottom of a slow cooker. Whisk together the spices in a small bowl, then pour over the chicken and pat down firmly. 
  • Add the red onion, bell pepper, and diced serrano, then dump in the tomatoes, corn, and black beans.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth and water, then whisk in the tomato paste. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • 30 minutes before serving, carefully remove the chicken breasts and shred with a fork, then carefully stir it back into the soup.
  • Serve with tortilla strips and queso fresco, and garnish with cilantro and crema as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 17gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 891mgPotassium: 495mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 16.2mgCalcium: 139mgIron: 1.8mg
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About Rebecca Hubbell

I love sharing mouthwatering and fun recipes with all of you! My recipes are inspired by classic comfort food, the places I travel, and pop culture! I have a serious sweet tooth and love a good cocktail and pancakes and bacon are definitely my weakness! So stick around a discover something delicious!

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  1. Albert Bevia says

    January 27, 2018 at 5:50 am

    I need to invest in a slow-cooker, just for this recipe! It has been years since I´ve had tortilla soup and your version just sounds so amazing, love all the flavors you incorporated into this recipe, and it´s so easy to put together…cheers!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      January 27, 2018 at 4:58 pm

      Yes, you do, there are so many great recipes you can make in them. Hope you get a chance to try this recipe soon!

      Reply
  2. Sarah Honey says

    June 24, 2013 at 6:39 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing & linking up at Thank You Honey’s Whatever Wednesday Party!! I wanted to personally invite you to add me to your G+ circles or follow me on Twitter, Facebook, & Pinterest as I’ve done the same with you.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 1:55 am

      Following you back! Thanks for stopping by and for hosting the party!

      Reply
  3. Jess says

    June 24, 2013 at 6:42 am

    I am just in love with this! Any way I can sneak some quinoa to my husband. 🙂 I am pinning right now.

    Thanks for linking up to Tasty Tuesdays – hope to see you again this week!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 1:57 am

      Quinoa is so good isn’t it! Thanks for stopping by and i’ll be sure to link up again this week!

      Reply
  4. anyonita green says

    June 22, 2013 at 9:47 pm

    What a fab idea to add the quinoa! 🙂 Thank you so much for linking up with me this week at Tasty Tuesdays! I’ve pinned this & shared it with my followers! Please be sure to stop back by the party and check out some of the other links!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 1:57 am

      Thanks for having me, Anyonita! It’s always a pleasure to party with you!

      Reply
  5. Jessica @ The Wondering Brain says

    June 21, 2013 at 3:00 am

    That looks good! My co-worker just asked me if I ever tried quinoa. I may need to now with your recipe. thanks for sharing with us @ My Favorite Posts SHOW OFF Weekend Blog Party!

    Jessica
    The Wondering Brain

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 1:59 am

      It’s a great grain and there is so much you can do with it! Definitely give it a try! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  6. Linda Bouffard says

    June 21, 2013 at 2:45 am

    My sister says I have to start getting into quinoa. Thanks for sharing this soup. Awesome. Linda

    http://www.craftsalamode.com/2013/06/what-to-do-weekends-25.html

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 1:58 am

      It’s such a great ingredient and there is so much you can do with it!

      Reply
  7. Jody and Stan says

    June 20, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    This looks so delicious! Would love for you to share at Simple & Sweet Fridays! New Follower!

    Take Care,
    jody

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 2:00 am

      Thanks for following and I’ll be sure to stop by!

      Reply
  8. Stacy says

    June 20, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    Visiting from Thriving on Thursday and this looks fantastic! I pinned! 🙂

    ~Stacy @ Stacy Makes Cents

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 25, 2013 at 2:00 am

      Thanks for stopping by, I hope you get a chance to make this!

      Reply
  9. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    June 19, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    Anything with limes sounds yummy to me !

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 20, 2013 at 2:40 pm

      I loves lime, it’s a great kick for any southwestern dish! Thanks for stopping by Steph!

      Reply
  10. Nicole@nicole-southerncharm.com/ says

    June 19, 2013 at 8:24 pm

    This recipe looks super good! I am going to have to try this one out! I am new from southern charm. I would love for you to check out my blog and hopefully follow me back! Nicole

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 20, 2013 at 2:39 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Nicole. Following you back!

      Reply
  11. BeBetsy says

    June 19, 2013 at 3:03 am

    Looks good and easy to make-that’s our kind of recipe!

    So glad you linked up with us at the BeBetsy BRAG ABOUT IT Link and Hop.

    Thanks for linking back to us!

    Have a great week~xo
    Sharon and Denise!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 20, 2013 at 2:37 pm

      Thanks for having me and always hosting a fabulous party!

      Reply
  12. Jeni IGOTTHISMARTHA says

    June 18, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    Yum! This looks really good!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 20, 2013 at 2:37 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  13. Sparkly H says

    June 17, 2013 at 9:08 pm

    This looks great, Rebecca. It doesn’t matter if it’s summer to me – I eat soup year round! YUM. Thanks for sharing with random recipe roundup!! Zannie @ mymixingspoon

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 20, 2013 at 2:12 pm

      I love soup year round too, some people hate it though. But a little southwestern kick never hurt anyone. Thanks for stopping by, Zannie!

      Reply
  14. Heather says

    June 14, 2013 at 12:29 pm

    Hi I’m Heather! Please email me when you get a chance, I have a question about your blog! LifesABanquet1(at)gmail.com

    Reply

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