Crock-Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 12
Delicious Crock-Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe for a comforting meal
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

8 h

Ready In

8h 15min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs chicken ( cooked and shredded )
1 can whole tomatoes ( hand crush when adding )
1 can enchilada sauce
1 can green chilies
1 medium onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , minced
1 can chicken broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon dried cilantro
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 package frozen corn
12 small corn tortillas ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
269
Sugar
6g
Fat
11g
Chicken Tortilla Soup is a classic Mexican dish. This Crock-Pot recipe takes the hassle out of cooking and lets you enjoy all the delicious flavors of the original dish with ease. The soup has a rich, flavorful broth made with tomatoes, onions, and spices like cumin and chili powder. The shredded chicken adds protein, while the tortillas give the soup a satisfying texture. This soup is the perfect comfort food for when you need a warm and filling meal after a long day.

Instructions

1.In a slow cooker, mix together the cooked and shredded chicken, the whole tomatoes (hand crushed), the enchilada sauce, the green chilies, the chopped onion, the minced garlic, the chicken broth, the water, the ground cumin, the chili powder, the salt, the black pepper, the bay leaf and the dried cilantro.
2.Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
3.Remove bay leaf and shred the chicken if it’s not already.
4.Serve hot, garnished with small corn tortillas.

PROS

This soup is full of flavor and perfect to warm you up on a cold day.
It is easy to make, inexpensive and can be easily customized to your liking.
Plus, it can be made ahead of time and reheated, making it perfect for busy weekdays.

CONS

The canned ingredients used in this recipe may contain preservatives and additives.
The soup can also be high in sodium and calories if not prepared with low-sodium and low-fat ingredients.
Be careful when reheating, as this soup can thicken and turn gloopy, losing its texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this soup adds a good amount of protein to your diet, and with the addition of whole tomatoes and onions, this soup provides a good source of vitamins and minerals.
The cumin in this recipe has been linked to helping immunity and blood sugar control, while the chili powder has been associated with benefits such as antioxidants and pain relief.

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