Crockpot Chicken Soup: Mexican Restaurant Style

Here in Georgia its winter and this is the perfect time to pull out the crockpot for a lazy day. I am always looking for a warm cozy meal when the cold comes. This recipe helps knock off a chill and it is very easy to make. I love the authentic Mexican flavor that is combined by adding fresh cilantro, lime and onion.


Here's how you make this favorite of mine.

Add the following (minus the rice) :


- 2 to 3 raw chicken breasts

-  1 cup of salsa

-  1 small chopped onion

-  1 carton of chicken broth

-  1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese

-  Juice of 1 Lime   

-  1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

-  2 tsp cumin

-  2 tsp oregano

-  2 - 3 cups of white rice

(If you don't have these spices on hand, I have used 1/2 a pack of taco seasoning to make up for it.)
When I make this dish, I always have extra cilantro cut up and some lime slices so we can add more to our personal bowls. I also love to cut up a fresh avocado and add a few chunks to each bowl. It is important to add in the avocado when you are ready to eat so it doesn't become mushy. 

Cook on Low for 4 hours. 


 Pull the chicken breast out and shred it to your liking. Toss the chicken back in the broth and give it a good 30 minutes to simmer. You can cook the rice ahead of time and have it chilled if you would like. Chilling the rice for a little bit in the fridge will make sure it doesn't turn to mush in the soup.

Pro-tip: Use a crockpot liners with this dish so its less of a hassle to clean. They work really well with any soup or stew.

For a Low-carb or KETO option try it with no rice! 

Either way, you will not go wrong with this soup!
I hope you enjoy!



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