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Amazing Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Enjoy a comforting and flavorful Chicken Tortilla Soup made easily in your slow cooker. This recipe brings together tender shredded chicken, hearty beans, and a rich tomato broth, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional Toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes and green chilies, chopped green chilies, chopped onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  3. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, add an extra pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño.
  • You can substitute turkey or pork for chicken.
  • This soup freezes well.

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