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Simple Crock Pot Chicken Soup with a Kick – 4 Ingredients!

October 6, 2016 by Laura 22 Comments

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It’s as if this soup knew we needed it in our lives. As if somehow, in the mysterious ways only known to soup, it recognized that many days of the week are busy, and our time in the kitchen is limited, but we still want a hearty meal as the sun goes down. Therefore, on the day we needed it most, this soup arrived, begging us to make it on a morning we are still half-asleep and thinking about the other items on our agenda for the day.crock-pot-chicken-soup-with-a-kickThis soup! I don’t think I’ve ever made one that takes less effort or energy. I didn’t even thaw the chicken ahead of time. I had all four ingredients already in my home because I almost always have:

  • boneless chicken
  • salsa
  • chicken broth
  • cheese

I didn’t have to chop, stir, measure, or think. I put the ingredients into my crock pot, plugged it in (always recommended), turned it on, and walked away. Six hours later we sat down and ate soup.

If all of life was as easy as this soup, we would all turn into lazy, squishy people. Seeing as most days we are going-going-going, I don’t think we need to fear the squish. But this soup? It’s got our back at the end of a busy day, because it recognizes all we do and it’s here to say, “Dinner? No problem. I’m here for you. Sit down with your family. Eat. Enjoy.”

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Simple Crock Pot Chicken Soup with a Kick - 4 Ingredients!
 
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Author: Laura
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 16-ounces salsa (more or less is fine)
  • 32 ounces (1 quart) chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cheese (cheddar, Colby jack, Monterrey, Pepper jack - whichever you prefer)
Instructions
  1. Put all ingredients into a crock pot.
  2. Cook on hi for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8.
  3. Shred chicken and serve.
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What to serve with this Chicken Soup with a Kick:

  • Tossed salad
  • Fresh fruit

Consider adding to your bowl of Chicken Soup with a Kick:

  • Crushed tortilla chips
  • Sour Cream
  • Sliced Olives
  • Black Beans
  • Corn

This soup will work wonderfully to serve to guests. It is seriously delicious and need I remind you? You don’t have to thaw the chicken ahead of time. I mean, you can if you want. But why plan ahead when this soup doesn’t require it?

This recipe, for sure, will be one of my go-to recipes this fall and winter.

Hopefully you also saw the Simple Baked Salmon and Asparagus recipe I posted earlier this week. If you’re wondering if there’s some kind of theme going on – perhaps a conspiracy to force us put healthy meals on the table with very little effort – you are right on track. Meals that take just a few minutes to prepare. Healthy food ideas and guides that prevent us from spending hours in the kitchen. Plans to save our family time. Oh yes. This is definitely in the works.

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Filed Under: Crock Pot Recipes, Gluten Free, High Five Recipes, Main Dishes, Recipes, Simple Meals Tagged With: high five recipe, real food recipes, simple meals, slow cooker

Comments

  1. Linda says

    October 7, 2016 at 8:07 am

    This looks so yummy! I guess it wouldn’t work without the cheese, though.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      October 7, 2016 at 8:31 am

      You can definitely leave out the cheese. I think it will be *almost* as good. :)

      Reply
      • Linda says

        October 7, 2016 at 8:45 am

        It wouldn’t be dry?

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        • Laura says

          October 7, 2016 at 9:04 am

          Not at all because of the broth. It’ll be delicious!

          Reply
  2. Nicole says

    October 7, 2016 at 12:11 pm

    I need, need, need recipes like this! Five young kiddos and high standards in the kitchen can sometimes lead to mom-meltdowns…Really looking forward to your next project’s unveiling! :) God bless-

    Reply
  3. Susan says

    October 7, 2016 at 1:06 pm

    I love soups like this! I make it all the time. I also like adding white beans or black beans – depending on my mood – and orzo. It’s my husband’s favorite.

    Reply
  4. Jamie D says

    October 8, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    This soup deserves its new title in our house – Lifesaver Soup! With me and all four of my sous-chefs down with quick (but powerful) head colds, this soup saved us two days in a row! It’s hot, yummy, and so easy that we all did just a few quick things to get it into the crockpot – a team effort, and good for the team! Thanks, Laura!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      October 8, 2016 at 4:16 pm

      This makes me so happy!! (Well, not the head colds part, so sorry you’re all sick!) I love that this soup served such a wonderful purpose at your house. That is just what I was aiming for. :)

      Reply
  5. Suz says

    October 19, 2016 at 8:29 am

    I had to come back here to tell you that I made this yesterday in a frenzy with no time and my family LOVED it. They looked at me a little funny at first, like “No you’re not hearing me I’m REALLY hungry and this is just soup” but this soup is so hearty it won them over. Love this series on wholesome but simple meals; thank you!!

    Reply
  6. Carly says

    December 16, 2016 at 5:14 am

    I have to admit I was skeptical that this would be good. I was in a pinch yesterday and needed to throw something in the crockpot. I’m so glad I picked a winner! This was good! I think because the amount of effort it took made it taste even better! Thank you for the easy recipe! I told my 10 year old son that he can make it next time!

    Reply
  7. Jessica says

    May 26, 2017 at 10:38 am

    Should the cheese be shredded first? This looks yummy!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 19, 2017 at 9:09 pm

      Shredded or chunks – however you want. I just cut chunks into it! :)

      Reply
  8. Marie says

    August 29, 2017 at 4:07 pm

    I don’t have enough time to make it in my slow cooker. How would i make this in the instant pot? I have about 1.5 hours until dinner. Any thoughts?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      August 30, 2017 at 9:39 am

      I’d probably cook it at high pressure for 15 minutes, adding the cheese after this. I am new to my Instant Pot, but I’m anxious to try this recipe in it because it should be very quick!

      Reply
      • Marie says

        August 30, 2017 at 1:19 pm

        Thanks! I’ll give it a try.

        Reply
  9. Michelle says

    April 6, 2018 at 11:36 am

    So the cheese doesnt curdle cooking in there for that long? I hope that wasn’t a dumb question ?.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 11, 2018 at 11:25 am

      Good question!! Usually cheese does curdle when it gets too hot, but that hasn’t been our experience in this case!

      Reply
  10. Heather Loudon says

    September 27, 2018 at 2:44 am

    Approximately how many does this recipe serve?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      September 28, 2018 at 5:28 pm

      4-6 :)

      Reply
  11. Carly says

    November 8, 2018 at 9:55 am

    This s one of my go to meals when I have no time to make dinner! So good! I add one cup of cooked jasmine rice to it. Makes it a little heartier

    Reply
  12. Marilyn says

    December 27, 2021 at 6:37 pm

    I too was a little hesitant to try this soup but boy am I glad I did!!! It’s great. Our additions to the soup were sour cream and avocado. Thanks! I love simple recipes like this one :)!

    Reply
  13. Nia says

    January 9, 2023 at 8:05 pm

    I was skeptical that my family would enjoy this soup. They did! We used a salsa we hadn’t tried before because it was all I could find. So glad I went ahead and threw this in the crockpot. Definitely a keeper!

    Reply

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