Imagine coming home to a kitchen filled with the irresistible aroma of Mexican-inspired comfort food that practically cooks itself. This Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup is your ticket to a hassle-free, mouth-watering meal that will have your family begging for seconds. With just minutes of prep time and six hours of slow-cooking magic, you'll transform simple ingredients into a hearty, flavor-packed soup that delivers all the zesty goodness of tacos in a comforting, spoonable format.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker as the first layer.
- Drain and rinse the black beans, then add them evenly over the chicken.
- Drain the corn and spread it uniformly across the beans and chicken.
- Pour the entire can of diced tomatoes with green chilies over the corn layer.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of taco seasoning across the top of the ingredients to ensure even distribution.
- Carefully pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker, ensuring it covers most of the ingredients.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat for 6 hours, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and flavors to meld together.
- After 6 hours, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks, then return the shredded chicken back into the soup.
- Stir the soup to combine all ingredients and ensure even distribution of the shredded chicken.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with suggested toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or tortilla strips.
Tips
- For maximum flavor, use fresh taco seasoning and consider adding a homemade blend for extra depth.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mix in a tablespoon of cornstarch during the last hour of cooking.
- Don't skip shredding the chicken - it helps distribute the meat evenly and absorb more of the delicious broth.
- For added richness, consider using bone-in chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Customize your toppings! Experiment with avocado, jalapeños, or crushed tortilla chips for extra texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and often taste even better the next day.
- For a spicier version, add a diced fresh jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce when preparing the soup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 65mg
