Can you make chicken tortilla soup recipes in a slow cooker?

Yes! This tortilla soup adapts well to a slow cooker ( this is the one I have ). Simply combine all the ingredients, turn the heat to medium-low, and let it cook all day.

Does tortilla soup have tortillas in it?

Not this tortilla soup recipe! Growing up, tortilla soup was always served with tortilla chips on the side, although I’ve had it with the chips stirred into the soup recipe (but I didn’t like the texture).

How do you thicken tortilla soup or make it creamy?

To thicken this tortilla soup, you can add sour cream, heavy cream, or milk at the end of the cooking time. I have not personally done this, because I like the soup as is, but it is an option if you prefer a creamier soup.

How can you make vegetarian tortilla soup?

Simply follow the tortilla soup recipe as is and omit the chicken for a vegetarian version of tortilla soup.

Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Homemade Tortilla Soup Recipe

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This chicken tortilla soup recipe is bursting with flavor! Simmer chicken, corn, tomatoes, and beans on the stovetop or toss it all in the slow cooker for an easy, hearty weeknight dinner.

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 5-6 quarts 1x
Category: Soup & Salad
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 lb diced chicken breast or 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
2–3 celery stalks, finely chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp butter
1 15oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 ½ – 2 cups cooked dry beans)
1 15oz can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 ½ – 2 cups cooked dry beans)
1 15oz can corn (or 1 ½ – 2 cups fresh kernels or frozen)
2 15oz cans diced tomatoes, with liquid (any variety)
1 cup chili verde salsa (we like La Victoria or my homemade recipe)
2 quarts bone broth (homemade if possible)
2 Tbsp taco seasoning *
1 tsp cumin *
½ tsp chili *
optional toppings: tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Sauté garlic, onion, carrots, and celery with olive oil and butter until the onions become translucent. If using raw chicken, add it to the pot with the veggies.
Add remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, and simmer for at least 30 minutes. If using cooked chicken, add it at this time. A longer simmer will create a more flavorful soup.

Notes

* seasoning measurements are minimums; add more if desired.

This tortilla soup adapts well to a slow cooker. Simply combine all the ingredients and turn the heat to medium-low and let it cook all day.
Make it company-worthy by serving crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and freshly chopped cilantro on the side. Allow guests to top their own soup. If time permits, freshly baked bread is always nice (jalapeno focaccia perhaps?).
Store leftover tortilla soup with chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months (you can buy the containers locally at Walmart or have them shipped via Amazon).

Nutrition

Calories: 320

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