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A vibrant slow cooker fiesta chicken soup, ready to serve

Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken Soup

This hearty slow cooker fiesta chicken soup is packed with flavor from chicken, beans, corn, and a blend of spices. It's an easy and delicious meal perfect for a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Forks

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), undrained
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet (1.25 oz) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

For Garnish & Serving

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1-2 limes, cut into wedges

Optional Toppings

  • shredded cheese optional
  • sour cream/Greek yogurt optional
  • avocado slices optional
  • tortilla chips optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Add rinsed black beans, pinto beans, drained corn, undrained diced tomatoes, Rotel, and diced green chilies over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle in chopped onion, minced garlic, taco seasoning, chili powder, and ground cumin.
  • Pour in chicken broth, ensuring ingredients are submerged, and stir gently to combine seasonings.

Cooking

  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is easily shreddable.
  • Remove and shred the cooked chicken with two forks, then return it to the soup.

Serving

  • Stir well, taste, and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Ladle into bowls, garnish with cilantro and lime juice, and add optional toppings.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add an extra dash of chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper with the seasonings. You can also prepare the ingredients the night before and store them in the slow cooker insert in the refrigerator, then start cooking in the morning.