A Slow Cooker Recipe That Got Me Through Some Hard Times!
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Overview
This Chicken Tortilla Soup is a nostalgic recipe that brings back memories of simpler times. It’s a hearty dish that combines chicken, beans, and tomatoes, all simmered together to create a comforting meal. The beauty of this recipe lies in its flexibility; you can easily swap out ingredients based on what you have in your pantry. For instance, if you don’t have chicken, a can of chicken or even a vegetarian option can work just as well.
The slow cooker makes this dish incredibly easy to prepare. Simply toss in your ingredients, set it, and forget it until dinner time. This is perfect for busy days when you want to come home to a warm, delicious meal without the hassle of cooking after a long day. Plus, the cost is incredibly low, making it a great option for anyone on a budget.
What I love most about this soup is how customizable it is. You can add in frozen veggies or even some pasta to bulk it up. It’s a dish that not only fills your belly but also warms your heart, reminding you of home-cooked meals shared with family. Whether you’re serving it for a casual dinner or a gathering, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Add diced onion or pre-chopped pepper and onion stir fry to the slow cooker.
Add two chicken breasts to the bottom of the slow cooker.
Dump in undrained chili beans, seasoned black beans, can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, can of corn, can of tomato sauce, and can of chicken broth.
Add one packet of taco seasoning to the slow cooker.
Tip: Feel free to swap any or all of these canned products with the reduced sodium versions if sodium is a concern.
Give the mixture a quick stir to distribute the ingredients.
Set the slow cooker to high for 4 to 5 hours.
Tip: The soup is done when the chicken is shreddable; if it's not shreddable, give it another hour.
Shred the chicken once it is easily shreddable.
Tip: You can cube the chicken instead of shredding it if you prefer.
Return the shredded chicken back to the pot and stir to distribute.
Serve the soup topped with tortilla chips or strips.
Tip: Think of it like you would a pot of chili; any toppings you would normally put on chili can be added.
Add sour cream, cheese, or Fritos as toppings if desired.
Tip: Freeze the soup in quart size Ziploc freezer bags, laying them flat for quick thawing.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Using canned ingredients can significantly reduce meal prep time and costs.
- •This recipe can easily be customized with different beans or vegetables based on what you have on hand.
- •Taco seasoning adds a flavorful kick to the soup, making it a favorite for many.
- •The soup can be topped with tortilla chips, cheese, or sour cream for added flavor and texture.
