Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup

By: Shannon Epstein

This crockpot chicken taco soup is comforting soup with the bold flavors of a classic taco.  Chicken, black beans, corn, and a seasoned broth cooks together in this Mexican-inspired slow cooker recipe. Whether you’re looking to warm up on a chilly evening or need an easy family recipe, this chicken taco soup will be an instant hit. Instructions to make this tasty taco soup in the Instant Pot are also included.

Ingredients For Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup

  • Chicken Breasts or Thighs
  • Black Beans
  • Corn
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Diced Green Chiles
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Chicken Broth
  • Seasonings: salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder

ingredients for crockpot chicken taco soup

How To Make Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup

Slow Cooker

  1. Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
  2. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred and place back into the slow cooker.

Instant Pot

  1. Add all the ingredients to the Instant Pot. Stir to mix well.
  2. Select manual setting, high pressure for 20 minutes. When cooking time is done, quick-release the pressure.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred and place back into the Instant Pot.

FAQs & Tips

What type of chicken should you use?

I use chicken breasts but chicken thigs 

Can you use a store-bought taco seasoning packet?

You can. If using a store-bout seasoning is easier for you, by all means use it. In the recipe box you will find my homemade taco seasoning blend. It’s about equivalent to 1 store-bought taco seasoning. 

How do you store leftovers?

Store leftover slow cooker taco chicken soup in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

What size slow cooker should you use?

I used a 6-quart slow cooker or Instant Pot.

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This crockpot chicken taco soup is comforting soup with the bold flavors of a classic taco.  Chicken, black beans, corn, and a seasoned broth cooks together in this Mexican-inspired slow cooker recipe. Whether you’re looking to warm up on a chilly evening or need an easy family recipe, this chicken taco soup will be an instant hit. Instructions to make this tasty taco soup in the Instant Pot are also included.

  • Author: Shannon Epstein
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 15 ounces black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 15 ounces corn
  • 1/3 cup onion, diced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 ounces diced green chiles
  • 15 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning (see below for homemade blend)
Homemade Taco Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
  2. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred and place back into the slow cooker.

Instant Pot

  1. Add all the ingredients to the Instant Pot. Stir to mix well.
  2. Select manual setting, high pressure for 20 minutes. When cooking time is done, quick-release the pressure.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred and place back into the Instant Pot.

Notes

Garnish with ingredients like avocado, fresh cilantro, cheese, and lime juice.

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