Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe (2024)

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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe is the best comfort food. Loaded with shredded chicken in a creamy broth with tons of Mexican flavor, this soup is sure to be a family favorite.

We love to make soup recipes once colder weather hits. This creamy chicken tortilla soup is the best comfort food and a delicious crock pot recipe.

The creamy texture and the delicious flavor makes it a family favorite soup recipe. This quick and easy soup recipe is similar to our Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup but creamier. You may also love our Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe.

Why We Love This Recipe

Making this soup in the slow cooker has never been easier. The ingredients cook easily with tons of flavor in the slow cooker. Feel free to also make this soup on the stove top in a Dutch Oven or a large pot, if you prefer.

We love that there is no need to cooked the chicken before placing in the slow cooker. The ingredients are simple and can be changed to what you prefer.

Ingredients

• Chicken Breasts
• Chicken Broth
• Green Chilies
• Corn
• Taco Seasoning
• Sour Cream
• Cheddar Cheese
• Cilantro and Tortilla Strips

Variations:

• Use Cream Cheese – You can use cream cheese instead of sour cream in this recipe to make a creamy and cheesy soup. You can also use heavy cream. You can use plain greek yogurt instead for a lower calorie count.
• Add Beans – You can add your favorite type of beans. Black beans, pinto beans or any white beans would be delicious in this soup. I love the beans, corns and chicken combination in any soup.
• Use a different type of cheese. – I love using cheddar cheese in this recipe but Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese (for a little) kick would be delicious in this soup too.
• Chicken – Chicken thighs would also work for this recipe. We have even used leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken.
• Chicken Broth – You can use water if you don’t have any broth on hand but I really recommend broth when making soups as it adds a creamy and delicious flavor.
• Green Chiles – Generally, I used canned but fresh diced up would work as well.
• Corn – Frozen or canned corn is needed for this recipe. If you use canned, make sure to drain it first.
• Spices – I use homemade taco seasoning but a packet will work too. You can also add in chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin and garlic powder or garlic cloves instead of the packet.
• Toppings – Feel free to add your favorite toppings. We love the crunch that tortilla chips add to the top of the soup. I also love the way the soup tastes with the fresh cilantro.

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1 – Place the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 2 – Place the remaining ingredients on top of the chicken except the sour cream and cheese.

Step 3 – Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. You can cook on high for 3-4 hours if you prefer. Shred the chicken once everything is finished cooking and place it back in the slow cooker.

Step 4 – Now, it is time to add the sour cream and the shredded cheese. This is what makes it all so creamy and delicious. Cover and cook until everything is melted and blended together. This generally takes about 15-20 minutes.

Recipe Tips

• Shredded Cheese – I recommend shredding your own cheese over using the pre-shredded as it melts more evenly in the soup. Pre-shredded cheese as added ingredients that are not needed for this soup recipe.
• Shredding Chicken – Learn how to shred chicken with a mixer. This makes it so much easier and saves time.
• Chicken – You can put raw chicken in the slow cooker and it will cook perfectly. We have even put frozen chicken in for a delicious success.
• Adding in Sour Cream – If you are adding in sour cream, cream cheese, or heavy cream it is best to add towards the end of cooking time. This helps to keep the soup smooth and creamy.

Topping Ideas

This easy chicken tortilla soup is even better with your favorite toppings. I love to set out different toppings so everyone can add their own.

• Shredded Cheese
• Sour Cream
• Tortilla Strips, crushed up tortilla chips or pieces of corn tortillas
• Avocado
• Green Onion
• Diced Tomatoes
• Hot Sauce
• Fresh Lime Juice
• Cilantro
• Yellow Onion

Frequently Asked Questions

More Easy Chicken Soup Recipes

• Crock Pot Crack Chicken Soup
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