Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Introduction

There’s no better way to bring hearty comfort and bold Tex-Mex flavors together than with Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup. This slow-cooked favorite is a flavor-packed, set-it-and-forget-it meal—perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a crowd-pleasing dish ready with minimal effort.

Loaded with tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, smoky spices, and topped with crispy tortillas, this soup is a soul-warming dinner that everyone will crave.

Why Make This Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup?

Letting the crockpot work its magic ensures deep, concentrated flavors and ultra-tender chicken, all without any fuss. Unlike stovetop versions, this method allows you to load up the ingredients and walk away—by dinnertime, you’re rewarded with a restaurant-worthy soup that’s both wholesome and satisfying. Plus, it’s customizable with your favorite toppings and makes excellent leftovers.

Key Prep Tips for the Best Flavor

The secret to exceptional Chicken Tortilla Soup is starting with vibrant aromatics and freshly shredded chicken. Using a sturdy vegetable chopper not only makes prep a breeze, but ensures even bites of onion, peppers, and garlic for perfect texture throughout. If you love your soup extra creamy, blending a portion with a powerful countertop blender will provide a velvety base that beautifully coats every spoonful.

Crockpot Method: Set It, Forget It, Savor Later

Simply add all your ingredients to the crockpot, stir, and let the slow cooker do the heavy lifting. To guarantee shreddable, juicy chicken with no mess, try a dedicated chicken shredder tool after cooking—this keeps the pieces uniform and soaks up all that rich broth. Before serving, crisp up your tortilla strips quickly in the oven or air fryer for that satisfying crunch.

Serving and Topping Suggestions

No bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup is complete without a pile of fresh toppings. For a true fiesta flair, offer bowls of avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and vibrant chopped cilantro. Keep leftovers fresh in airtight food storage containers, making it easy to pack for next day lunches, especially with a handy salad container that keeps wet and dry toppings separate until serving.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 6 generous servings. A typical bowl (excluding toppings) contains approximately 250–300 calories, making it a balanced, protein-rich meal with plenty of fiber from beans and veggies. Enjoy it as a main dish or crowd-pleasing appetizer!

Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup (Recap)

With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup is a must for anyone seeking an effortless, comforting, and endlessly customizable meal. Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, it offers all the crave-worthy Tex-Mex comfort you want with none of the hassle.

Instructions

1. Prep the vegetables efficiently by dicing your onion and bell pepper with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for uniform pieces and quick prep.
2. Place the chicken, diced onion, bell pepper, minced garlic, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth into your crockpot. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
4. Remove the chicken, and shred with a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, Elegant Black or two forks for perfectly pulled pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well.
5. For a creamier texture, blend 1–2 cups of soup (without chicken) in the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black until smooth, then stir it back into the pot.
6. While the soup finishes cooking, arrange tortilla strips on a baking sheet and lightly coat them with a cooking oil spray. Crisp them in an oven or a COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey at 375°F for 5–7 minutes, until golden and crunchy.
7. Ladle soup into bowls, top generously with crispy tortilla strips, and your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, cilantro, lime, and sliced jalapeños.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)

Total Time: Approximately 7 hours (includes hands-off time)

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This Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup effortlessly delivers deep, crave-worthy flavors with minimal hands-on time—perfect for weeknight comfort or sharing with friends and family.