Description
Spicy, easy, and bursting with flavor — Takes only 5 minutes to throw into the crockpot and you have an amazing soup ready for dinner! This version adds a twist with flavorful sun-dried tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast (or chicken thighs)
- 1 sweet onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 3–4 cups (750-1000ml) low-sodium chicken stock (adjust for desired thickness)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for serving
Optional Toppings:
- Tortilla chips or strips
- Sliced avocado
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Layer Ingredients: Place the diced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of your slow cooker insert. Add the chicken breasts, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken. Pour in 3 cups of the chicken stock (use 4 cups for a thinner soup).
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and very tender.
- Shred Chicken: Carefully remove the cooked chicken breasts from the slow cooker and place them on a cutting board or in a bowl. Using two forks, shred the chicken.
- Finish Soup: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes, such as tortilla chips, sliced avocado, shredded cheese, and more cilantro. Serve hot.
Notes
- Chicken: Chicken breasts shred easily, while thighs offer more moisture. Use whichever you prefer.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes provide the most flavor for this recipe. Drain them before chopping.
- Broth Amount: Use 3 cups for a slightly thicker soup, or 4 cups for a more brothy consistency. You can always add more at the end if desired.
- Lime and Cilantro: Adding fresh lime juice and cilantro at the end brightens up the flavors.
- Storage: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently.