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A vibrant slow cooker fiesta chicken soup, ready to serve

Hearty Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken Soup

This hearty slow cooker fiesta chicken soup is packed with flavor and requires minimal effort. Simply combine all ingredients in a slow cooker, cook until the chicken is tender, shred, and serve with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5-2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 can (15-ounce) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15-ounce) kidney beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15-ounce) corn drained (or 1.5 cups frozen corn)
  • 1 can (28-ounce) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (10-ounce) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies undrained
  • 1 can (14.5-ounce) chicken broth
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
Garnish and Toppings (Optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • avocado
  • tortilla strips
  • lime wedges

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Can Opener
  • Cutting Board
  • Forks
  • Ladle
  • Bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker and add all canned ingredients and chicken broth.
Seasoning
  1. Evenly sprinkle taco seasoning, cumin, and chili powder over the ingredients.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove and shred the cooked chicken, then return it to the soup and stir.
  2. Ladle into bowls, garnish with desired toppings, and serve immediately with a lime wedge.

Notes

For a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or an extra 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder. You can easily adapt this recipe with various toppings to suit individual preferences. The soup also freezes well, making it great for meal prep.