Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup is an easy dump-and-go recipe! A creamy soup loaded with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cheese, and spices. Oh and don’t forget the toppings! Tortilla strips, sour cream, avocado, tomatoes, and cilantro are great topping options. Crockpot chicken fajita soup makes an easy and flavorful soup recipe perfect for any day of the week.

Chicken Fajita Soup Ingredients

• Chicken– One pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts are used for this recipe. You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs if desired.
• Cream of chicken soup– 2 cans of condensed soup are needed for a thick and creamy soup base.
• Salsa– Use 1 cup of your favorite salsa. If you want the soup spicy, use hot salsa.
• Corn– 2 cups of frozen corn or you can use canned whole-kernel corn (drained).
• Black beans– Use one can of black beans but make sure to rinse and drain them before adding.
• Water-1 ½ cups water is needed for the right soup consistency. You could also use low-sodium chicken broth.
• Spices-1 teaspoon of cumin and ½ teaspoon of dried cilantro are used to flavor the soup. You can also garnish it with fresh cilantro.
• Cheese-1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese is added at the end for creamy, cheesy soup.

Not a fan of chicken? Replace it with beef stew meat or seared steak and try beef fajita soup slow cooker.

How to Make Chicken Tortilla Soup in a Crock Pot

1. Lightly spray the inside of the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, add cream of chicken soup, salsa, corn, black beans, water, cumin, and dried cilantro. Stir to combine. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
3. Cook on low for 6 hours. Take the chicken out and shred it using two forks. Place the chicken back into the crockpot. Add the shredded cheese. Stir and continue cooking until the cheese is melted (15-20 minutes).
4. Add your favorite toppings and serve.

Topping Ideas:

• Diced tomatoes
• Avocado
• Shredded cheese
• Fresh cilantro
• Tortilla strips
• Sour cream
• Hot sauce

What to Serve with Homemade Chicken Fajita Soup?

Serve slow cooker chicken fajita soup with a tossed salad or caesar salad. Other great options include; chips and guacamole or salsa, tortillas, or The Best Homemade Jiffy Cornbread.

Tips for Making this Soup Recipe

• If you want your soup spicy, add hot salsa. You could also top it with fresh jalapenos.
• 1 pound (about 2 medium-sized) chicken breasts are the perfect amount of chicken for slow cooker chicken fajita soup.
• Don’t forget the toppings! Add all your favorite toppings before serving.