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Slow Cooker Sopa de Tortilla
Slow Cooker Sopa de Tortilla
Classic DishSopa de Tortilla
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 240 min. A hands-off approach to Sopa de Tortilla, allowing the rich flavors to meld beautifully with minimal effort. Simmer tender chicken, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, smoky chiles, and savory chicken broth in your slow cooker for a deeply satisfying and flavorful soup. The long, slow cooking process ensures the chicken is incredibly tender and the broth is infused with authentic Mexican taste. This comforting dish is perfect for a cozy meal, topped with homemade crispy tortilla strips, fresh avocado, and a sprinkle of cheese for added texture and richness.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 4 hrs
- Total time
- 4 hrs 15 min
- Servings
- 6
Instructions
Slow Cooker Preparation
- 1Place chicken breasts at the bottom of a 6-quart (or larger) slow cooker.
- 2Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chopped chipotle chiles and adobo sauce, onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, dried Mexican oregano, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
- 3Stir gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the chicken is mostly submerged in the liquid.
- 4Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2.5-3 hours, or until the chicken is easily shredded with a fork.
Tortilla Strips
- 1While the soup is cooking, prepare the crispy tortilla strips. Cut corn tortillas into thin strips.
- 2Heat a shallow layer of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tortilla strips in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
Serving
- 1Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well.
- 2Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- 3Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Top generously with crispy tortilla strips, diced avocado, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 450 kcal
- Protein
- 40 g
- Fat
- 20 g
- Carbs
- 25 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 40 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, quickly sear the chicken breasts in a hot pan before adding them to the slow cooker.
- Preparing the tortilla strips ahead of time will save you valuable minutes when the soup is ready to be served.
- Offer a variety of toppings like sour cream, pickled jalapeños, or a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce.
