Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup – A delicious and effortless one-pot meal of tender shredded chicken, beans, tomatoes, corn, and homemade taco seasoning. Simmered to perfection in a slow cooker, this hearty and comforting soup is a healthy dinner, perfect for busy weeknights!

bowl of slow cooker chicken taco soup with toppings and tortilla chips

Need a nutritious and tasty meal that is a cinch to prepare and can even be made ahead? This Crockpot Taco Soup checks all the boxes – very little prep time, simple ingredients, budget friendly, and packed with protein and fiber. With big taco flavors, this delicious soup is a family favorite!

Why We Love This Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup Recipe

  • It’s the perfect soup for busy weeknights. Dump, set, forget!
  • Minimal prep time and can easily be made ahead as a freezer meal.
  • Delicious taco flavors for a meal the whole family will love.
  • Makes wonderful leftovers for lunch the next day.
  • High in protein and macro friendly!
  • Easy to customize recipe, with plenty of variations to suit your tastes.

​Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken breast
  • Chicken broth – low sodium, store bought or homemade.
  • Diced tomatoes – feel free to use diced tomatoes with green chilies or fire-roasted tomatoes if preferred.
  • ​Tomato sauce
  • Black beans and Pinto Beans- drained and rinsed. Look for a low sodium version if possible.
  • Onion
  • Corn – frozen corn kernels or fresh sweet corn are great options.
  • Homemade Taco Seasoning – made with chili powder, cumin, smoke paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, sea salt, black pepper
  • Optional toppings: tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro, avocado, green onions, jalapeno peppers

ingredients for slow cooker chicken taco soup

Variations

  • Stir in 4 ounces of cream cheese after cooking for a Creamy Chicken Taco Soup.
  • Swap boneless chicken thighs for the chicken breast.
  • ​Use kidney beans, white beans, or any other variety of beans.
  • Substitute a can of enchilada sauce for the tomato sauce.
  • Add diced bell peppers with the onions.
  • Swap vegetable broth for the chicken broth.

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients (except chicken breast) in the slow cooker. Stir well.
  2. Add the chicken breasts, pressing to submerge in the liquid.
  3. Cover and cook on High for 3 hours or Low for 6-7 hours.
  4. Remove the chicken and shred or chop. Add shredded chicken back to the soup. Stir well.
  5. Serve the chicken taco soup with your favorite toppings.

Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup Freezer Meal Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except the broth in a large freezer bag. Seal tightly, removing excess air.
  2. Lay flat in the freezer and freeze until ready to use (up to 3-4 months.)
  3. Thaw completely before use. Combine in the slow cooker with the broth and cook as indicated in the recipe.

Common Questions

How to store Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup?

Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a saucepan on the stove over medium heat until warm, or in the microwave at 30 second intervals.

​Can this be made in the Instant Pot?

Yes! To make in the Instant Pot, combine all ingredients in the pot and nestle the chicken in the liquid. Cover, seal, and cook on Manual setting (high pressure) for 12 minutes. Allow for a natural release of pressure, then remove chicken and shred. Add the chicken back to the soup and stir to combine. Serve with toppings as desired.

What are the macros for chicken taco soup?

Protein – 32 grams

​Carbs – 48 grams

Fat- 4 grams

Fiber – 14 grams

More Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes

​Crockpot Beef Enchilada Casserole

Slow Cooker 3 Ingredient Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Quinoa and Bean Chili

 

 

chicken taco soup in crockpot

slow cooker chicken taco soup in a bowl with cheese, sour cream, and cilantro toppings

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

Servings: 6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Author: Nikki
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: crockpot chicken taco soup, taco soup
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup - A delicious and effortless one-pot meal of tender shredded chicken, beans, tomatoes, corn, and homemade taco seasoning. Simmered to perfection in a slow cooker, this hearty and comforting soup is a healthy dinner, perfect for busy weeknights!
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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 14 ounce diced tomatoes
  • 14 ounce tomato sauce
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 14 ounce black beans
  • 14 ounce pinto beans
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 3 tablespoons Homemade Taco Seasoning, see recipe below

Equipment

Instructions

  • Combine broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, onion, beans, corn, and taco seasoning in the slow cooker. Stir well.
  • Add chicken breasts to the liquid, pressing to submerge.
  • Cook on High for 3 hours or Low for 6-7 hours.
  • Remove chicken and shred or dice. Add back to the soup and stir to combine.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

Click here for Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal, Carbohydrates: 48g, Protein: 32g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 48mg, Sodium: 200mg, Potassium: 1355mg, Fiber: 14g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 454IU, Vitamin C: 16mg, Calcium: 92mg, Iron: 5mg

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