Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is a staple recipe year round! It’s unbelievably easy to prepare —we are talking 15 minutes prep — and it has such a well seasoned, fresh and satisfying flavor.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

This healthy chicken tortilla soup is a perfectly hearty, feel good soup. After a long work day, it’s just what you want to come home too!

I made this soup, multiplied by three, to serve to family I had staying last week over the holiday. It was the night before Thanksgiving and that morning I knew I needed something quick and easy to serve everyone because I was starting the Thanksgiving cooking that day.

I’m happy to say everyone loved it, of course myself included!

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Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup Ingredients

  • Low-sodium chicken broth
  • Canned diced tomatoes
  • Fresh onion and garlic
  • Spices – chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, S&P
  • Chicken breasts
  • Canned black beans
  • Frozen corn
  • Lime
  • Cilantro
  • Toppings – such as tortilla strips, cheese, sour cream, avocado

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

  • Pour chicken broth and diced tomatoes into a slow cooker.
  • Add onion, garlic and spices and chicken.
  • Cook on LOW heat 6 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Shred chicken then return to slow cooker along with black beans, corn, cilantro and lime juice.
  • Allow to cook until heated through.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

Can I Cook the Chicken on High to Speed Things Up?

I recommend cooking on low heat for this recipe. This will result in tender chicken that’s easy to shred.

Can I Use Canned Corn Instead of Frozen?

Yes, just make sure to drain and rinse the corn before adding it to the slow cooker tortilla soup.

Tips for the Best Chicken Tortilla Soup

  • Be sure to finely chop the onion so it cooks through in time and is tender.
  • Try adding in canned tomatoes with mild green chilies.
  • Try it with a diced red bell pepper for another veggie.
  • Add a seeded diced jalapeno or two if you like some heat.
  • Make your own fried or baked tortilla strips if desired (instructions HERE, scroll down a little ways).

More Mexican Soup Recipes to Try:

  • Taco Soup
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Quinoa Soup
  • Creamy Mexican Corn Chowder
  • Mexican Lentil Soup

More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Love:

  • Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken and Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa Bake
  • Slow Cooker Chili (the BEST Chili Ever!)
  • Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup
  • Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

4.67 from 42 votes Review Recipe

A flavorful, hearty and comforting Chicken Tortilla Soup made easy with the slow cooker! It’s perfect for serving year round but it’s especially satisfying on a chili day. Just be sure to load on those toppings!

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Servings: 5 Servings

Prep15 minutesCook6 hoursReady in: 6 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth1 (14.5 oz) can can petite diced tomatoes1 1/4 cups finely chopped yellow onion3 cloves garlic , minced1 Tbsp chili powder2 tsp ground cumin3/4 tsp paprika1/2 tsp ground corianderSalt and freshly ground black pepper , to taste1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed1 1/2 cups frozen corn1 Tbsp fresh lime juice1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantroFor serving:Tortilla strips or tortilla chipsShredded cheddar or monterey jack cheeseDiced avocado , diced roma tomatoes, sour cream (optional)

InstructionsPour chicken broth and diced tomatoes into a slow cooker. Add onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander and season with salt and pepper to taste.Add chicken breasts then cover with lid and cook on LOW heat 6 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.Remove chicken and shred, then return to slow cooker along with black beans, corn, cilantro and lime juice, stir. Allow to cook until heated through.Serve warm with tortilla strips and cheese and other optional ingredients.

Notes Be sure to finely chop the onion so it cooks through in time and is tender. Try adding in canned tomatoes with mild green chilies. Try it with a diced red bell pepper for another veggie. Add a seeded diced jalapeno or two if you like some heat. Make your own fried or baked tortilla strips if desired (instructions HERE, scroll down a little ways). Toppings not included in nutritional info.

Nutrition Facts Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 388 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%Saturated Fat 1g6%Cholesterol 87mg29%Sodium 372mg16%Potassium 1397mg40%Carbohydrates 42g14%Fiber 10g42%Sugar 4g4%Protein 43g86% Vitamin A 845IU17%Vitamin C 17.8mg22%Calcium 88mg9%Iron 4.8mg27% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

Course: SoupCuisine: MexicanKeyword: chicken tortilla soup Author: Jaclyn

4.67 from 42 votes

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Nutrition Facts Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 388 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%Saturated Fat 1g6%Cholesterol 87mg29%Sodium 372mg16%Potassium 1397mg40%Carbohydrates 42g14%Fiber 10g42%Sugar 4g4%Protein 43g86% Vitamin A 845IU17%Vitamin C 17.8mg22%Calcium 88mg9%Iron 4.8mg27% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

Nutrition Facts

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 388 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 87mg29%

Sodium 372mg16%

Potassium 1397mg40%

Carbohydrates 42g14%

Fiber 10g42%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 43g86%

Vitamin A 845IU17%

Vitamin C 17.8mg22%

Calcium 88mg9%

Iron 4.8mg27%

  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: SoupCuisine: MexicanKeyword: chicken tortilla soup

Author: Jaclyn