Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe (Crock Pot Make-Ahead)
Hearty Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe is an easy make-ahead soup recipe that is full of traditional Mexican seasonings and veggies. Simply dump all of the ingredients in the pot, set it on low, and let it cook all day long. When you're ready to eat, you'll have a delicious and satisfying soup everyone will enjoy.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1/2 cup onion white or yellow, finely chopped
- ½ cup green bell pepper finely chopped
- 16 oz pinto beans can, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz black beans can, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz corn can, whole kernel, drained
- 8 oz tomato sauce can
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles can, (mild), undrained
- 4.5 oz mild green chilies can
- 14 oz chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 1/2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning or two 1.25 oz. packages taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili pepper powder, optional if you like a little heat in your taco soup
Instructions
- If using frozen chicken breasts, defrost them overnight in the fridge or use the microwave according to the microwave's defrost settings.2 lbs chicken breast
- In a slow cooker, combine the chopped onion, pinto beans, black beans, whole kernel corn, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with green chiles, mild green chilies, chicken broth, and taco seasoning.
- Gently press the chicken breasts into the mixture to ensure they are covered by the soup ingredients.
- Set the slow cooker to low heat, cover it, and cook for 4-5 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is fully cooked.
- Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the soup and shred them using two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the soup.
- Allow the soup to cook for an additional 15 minutes to reheat the shredded chicken.
Notes
Topping and Serving Ideas
- Sprinkle some chopped fresh cilantro and some Cowboy Candy over the soup before serving.
- Serve sour cream and a variety of shredded cheeses on the side to sprinkle in as desired.
- Chop up some green onion to sprinkle on the finished soup.
- Make a pretty bowl of fresh lime wedges. Squeeze a little bit of lime juice into your bowl before you eat it for a fresh, zesty flavor.
- Top with slices of avocado and hot sauce.
- Serve with a side of chips and homemade salsa or a big bowl of Mexican caviar for an extra special touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 687mg | Potassium: 1461mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 546IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 5mg
