chicken tortilla soup

Perfect for a cold day when you feel the sniffles coming on. Serves 4 but easily doubled based on the size of your Crockpot.

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • 1/2 onion, diced

  • 15 oz. canned black beans, drained/rinsed

  • 1 cup frozen corn (fresh or canned/drained works too)

  • 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes (do not drain)

  • 3 cloves minced garlic

  • chili powder to taste

  • red pepper flakes to taste

  • 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

  • 1/2 cup water

  • to serve: tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced avocado

Combine all ingredients in the Crockpot. Add the chicken last so you can stir the soup. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.

When there is about 30 minutes left of cooking time, remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Return to Crockpot, stir, and finish cooking.