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Cozy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A warm, comforting slow cooker chicken tortilla soup that’s easy to prepare and perfect for chilly winter evenings. Packed with smoky chipotle peppers, tender chicken, and crispy tortilla strips for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Tortilla strips (homemade or store-bought)
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, diced avocado, sour cream, sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Rinse and drain the black beans. Mince the chipotle peppers, adjusting to your heat preference.
  2. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices.
  3. Add diced onion, black beans, garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper on top.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours until the chicken is tender and shreddable. Alternatively, cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours.
  5. Remove chicken breasts and shred finely with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  6. Stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Cut corn tortillas into thin strips. Fry in vegetable oil over medium heat until crisp and golden, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and lightly salt.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and top with tortilla strips and optional toppings like cheese, avocado, or sour cream.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice at the end to brighten flavors. Adjust chipotle peppers to control heat. Homemade tortilla strips add the best crunch but store-bought work in a pinch. Avoid overcooking chicken to prevent dryness. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days; store toppings separately to maintain crunch.

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