Chicken Tortilla Soup (Busy Mom Friendly + Crockpot Option)

This is one of my favorite soups to make when I want something warm, filling, and easy to reheat throughout the week.

It makes a big batch, works great for leftovers, and is one of those meals that feels comforting without taking much effort.

I usually make this on the stovetop because it comes together quickly, but if crockpot works better for your day, that option works great too.

Ingredients (about 8 servings)

• 6 cooked chicken breasts, diced

• 1 can black beans, rinsed

• 2 cups frozen corn

• 1 can Rotel

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• 32 oz chicken broth

• Squeeze lime juice

• 1 cup low-fat shredded cheese

Optional toppings:

• Greek yogurt

• Tortilla strips

How I make it (stovetop)

1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, add all ingredients except cheese

2. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30–40 minutes

3. Stir in shredded cheese until melted and combined

Crockpot option

If crockpot works better for your day:

1. Add everything except cheese into crockpot

2. Cook on:

   • LOW for 6–7 hours
     OR

   • HIGH for 3–4 hours

3. Stir in cheese during the last 15 minutes before serving

Weight Watchers Points

👉 Add your WW points per serving here once calculated

How I make this work for weight loss

This soup is one of my favorites because it’s naturally filling and packed with protein.

What I usually do:

• Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for topping

• Go lighter on tortilla strips if I want to save points

• Load up on extra broth and chicken so it feels hearty without extra calories

👉 This is one of those meals that keeps me full for a long time without feeling heavy.

Real Life Tip

This is a great one for:

• busy weeknight dinners

• meal prep lunches

• cold days when everyone wants something cozy

👉 And honestly, it tastes even better the next day after the flavors sit together.

If you want to see how I prep lunches for the week:
👉 link your Sunday meal prep post here

How I prep this for lunches

This soup works really well for lunch meal prep because it reheats so easily.

What I do:

• Portion individual servings into glass meal prep containers

• Keep tortilla strips separate until ready to eat so they stay crunchy

• Add Greek yogurt fresh after reheating

When I’m ready to eat:

• Reheat soup first

• Add toppings after warming

👉 This makes lunches feel fresh instead of like leftovers.

More easy meals like this

Looking for more realistic dinners that fit busy life?

👉 link your 5 Easy Meals post here

Optional note if freezing leftovers

This also freezes really well.

I’ll often freeze extra portions in smaller containers for busy nights when I need dinner ready fast.