Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Assemble in the crockpot
- Add raw chicken breasts, black beans, corn, Rotel tomatoes, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, ranch dressing mix, chicken broth, and cream cheese cubes to the crockpot and stir everything except the chicken until evenly combined, with visible cream cheese pieces distributed.
- Cook on Low for 6-8 hours or on High for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreddable and the soup looks thickened with tomatoes suspended through the broth.
Shred and make it creamy
- Remove the chicken from the crockpot, shred it with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the soup so it disperses throughout the pot.
- Stir until the cream cheese is completely melted and incorporated, then stir in the heavy cream so the soup turns smooth and creamy with an orange Tex-Mex color.
Season and serve
- Season with salt and pepper to taste so the flavors brighten and the broth tastes balanced.
- Serve hot with shredded cheddar, sour cream, tortilla chips, jalapeños, and cilantro on top so each bowl has crunchy chips and fresh garnish.
Notes
Pro tip: Keep the chicken whole during the first cook so it stays juicy; shredding after cooking also prevents dry texture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Freezing is yes—freeze without tortilla chips for up to 2 months, then reheat and stir well. For a lighter option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and half-and-half instead of heavy cream while keeping the slow-cook method the same.
