Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

8 steps · 8h 5m total

1. 01

   Cook the Soup

   Once all your ingredients are in the slow cooker, let it cook for 8 hours on low. If you're in a hurry, you can cook it on high for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
2. 02

   Shred Chicken

   Before serving, use two forks to easily shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
3. 03

   Serve with Toppings

   When the soup is ready, ladle it into bowls and add your favorite toppings, like crushed tortilla shells, shredded cheddar cheese, or a dollop of sour cream.
4. 04

   Prepare Freezer Bag

   For a make-ahead meal, dump all the ingredients into a freezer-safe, sealable plastic bag.
5. 05

   Freeze Soup

   Squeeze out as much air as possible from the bag, then seal and freeze for up to 3 months.
6. 06

   Cook Frozen Soup

   To cook from frozen, let the meal thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, transfer it to the slow cooker and cook for 8 hours.
7. 07

   Shred Chicken

   Before serving the thawed and cooked soup, use two forks to shred the chicken in the crockpot.
8. 08

   Top and Serve

   Finish with your favorite additions before serving.