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Easy Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe with Toppings Bar Ideas

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A simple, flavorful chicken tortilla soup made in a slow cooker, perfect for busy nights and gatherings with a customizable toppings bar.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 (16-ounce) jar salsa (medium heat preferred)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth or stock (low sodium recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crushed tortilla chips (for toppings)
  • Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (for toppings)
  • Fresh avocado slices or guacamole (for toppings)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (for toppings)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for toppings)
  • Diced jalapeños or pickled peppers (for toppings)
  • Lime wedges (for toppings)
  • Thinly sliced green onions (for toppings)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Rinse and drain the black beans and corn. Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs.
  2. Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies, salsa, black beans, corn, chopped onion, and minced garlic.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth. Sprinkle in ground cumin and chili powder. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken is tender and shreddable.
  5. Remove chicken thighs and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the soup and stir well.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or chili powder as needed. For thicker soup, cook uncovered on high for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  7. Prepare the toppings bar: crush tortilla chips, shred cheese, slice avocado, chop cilantro and green onions, and arrange lime wedges.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and let everyone customize with their favorite toppings.

Notes

Keep chicken thighs whole during cooking for juiciness; shred after cooking. Rinse canned beans and corn to reduce sodium. Layer denser ingredients at the bottom for even cooking. Avoid lifting the lid frequently to maintain heat. Use sour cream or lime juice to mellow spiciness. Pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can be added in the last hour to speed up cooking.

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