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SLOW COOKER HERO
The Dump-and-Go Slow Cooker Soup That Saves Me on Busy Days
★★★★★
5.0 (450)|(2 Reviews)Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked with fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chili spices, topped with avocado and tortilla chips.
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By Morgan Baker (Recipe Developer)•Published April 22, 2026
⏱ 4 hrs 10 mins
Simply Recipes / Morgan Baker🔥 320 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Zero prep work—just dump everything in and press start.
- High protein, gluten-free, and freezes like a dream.
SLOW COOKER HERO
The Dump-and-Go Slow Cooker Soup That Saves Me on Busy Days
Literally dump all ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning, and return to a fragrant, Mexican restaurant-quality chicken tortilla soup ready to ladle into bowls with lime and avocado. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time4 hrs
Total Time4 hrs 10 mins
Servings6 servings
Scale Recipe:
📱Keep Screen Awake While Cooking
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed fire-roasted tomatoes & 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans & 1 cup frozen sweet corn
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 1 tbsp chili powder + 1 tsp cumin
- Tortilla chips, diced avocado, lime wedges, and sour cream for serving
Directions
1
Place in slow cooker
Add chicken breasts, tomatoes, broth, black beans, corn, and spices to slow cooker.
2
Slow cook and shred
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to soup.
3
Garnish bowls
Ladle into bowls; top with crushed tortilla chips, avocado, and lime.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Cook on LOW rather than HIGH for the juiciest, most tender shredded chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories320 kcal
Protein34g
Carbs28g
Total Fat8g
Sodium: 690mg
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
