Crockpot Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Crockpot Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and zesty spices, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Just toss in the ingredients, set it, and let the flavors meld while you relax. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a quiet night at home, this soup is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Top it off with avocado, cheese, and tortilla chips for a delightful finishing touch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 jalapeños
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast or thighs
- 3 cups red enchilada sauce
- 3–4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1–2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the onion and chopping jalapeños and garlic.
- Add the onions, jalapeños, garlic, chicken, spices, enchilada sauce, and chicken broth to the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- After cooking, shred the chicken with forks and return it to the soup.
- Stir in cooked rice, lime juice, and cilantro just before serving.
- Serve hot with toppings like tortilla chips and avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg