Crock Pot Magic

As soon as I walked through the front door after work tonight, dinner was already cooked and ready to be eaten!

Chicken Tortilla Soup was a cookin’ away all day while I played worked.

I have to admit, this was only the second time I’ve used our crock pot. (The first time I made steel cut oats overnight, but they didn’t turn out quite right.)

I think this baby will be getting much more use now!

Before I could taste-test the soup though, I had some a runnin’ to do. I ran 5 miles at a moderate pace. This will be my last run before my half-marathon on Saturday.

My afternoon snack was going to be some trail mix, but as I was opening the container, two-thirds of it spilled out! 🙁 This was all I had to eat, so I was hopeful it would hold me over during my run.

soynuts + peanuts + cashews + dried cranberries + raisins + carob nibs

As soon as I got back from running, I went to pick up my bib for the Zombie Half-Marathon on Saturday.

Finally it was time to try the soup!

This soup was a success! It was flavorful, and I loved all the different ingredients. The only thing I would change would be to reduce the amount of water. I like hearty soups!

Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

(Based off this recipe)

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups shredded, cooked chicken
  • 1 can (15 oz.) whole peeled tomatoes, mashed
  • 1 can (10 oz.) red enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chile peppers
  • 1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup frozen corn

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients in slow cooker and stir to combine. Cook on low for 8 hours. (I cooked mine for 9 hours and everything was still okay.)
  2. Top with optional ingredients: tortilla chips, cheddar cheese, lime, and/or cilantro.

A little ice cream and apple crisp for the sweet tooth.Question

What is your favorite thing to make in the crock pot?

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12 Comments

  1. 10.21.10
    Jenn said:

    I love using it for festive holiday hot spiced apple cider! It was a huge hit at Ross’ birthday party.

  2. 10.21.10

    Funny, we were just talking about crockpots yesterday – and I had to confess I’ve never had one or tried cooking with one. I think maybe it requires more advance planning than I like to do? Or maybe it’s that no one ever gave us one when we got married! Your soup sure does look good though!

    • 10.22.10
      Michelle said:

      Using the crock pot does require some advance planning, but it sure is nice to show up after work with dinner already prepared.

  3. 10.22.10
    Kelly G said:

    I make quite a bit of roasts in the crockpot. They make great leftovers too…I’ve made beef stroganoff from the leftovers.

  4. 10.22.10
    Craig said:

    That soup was so when it touched my lips!

  5. 10.22.10
    Dana @ my little celebration said:

    That soup looks delish Michelle! I’ll have to try that recipe since I’ve been in the soup-making mood ever since fall arrived.

    My favorite thing to make in the crockpot is definitely chili. The scent of rich spice permeates the whole house and makes me crave a big, hearty bowl with a side of homemade cornbread drizzled in honey. YUM!

    • 10.22.10
      Michelle said:

      I’ve been in the soup mood too–we had it 3 times this week!

  6. 10.22.10

    I love making chili in the crockpot and meatballs! Both cold weather favs! : )

  7. 10.22.10
    Craig said:

    It was also really good for lunch. Honey you are a souper terrific wife.

    • 10.22.10
      Michelle said:

      Ha! Ha! You’re so punny, Honey!