Slow Cooker King Ranch Chicken Soup. This EASY creamy soup tastes just like the beloved King Ranch Chicken Casserole. Loaded with cheese, juicy chunks of chicken, and tons of flavor! Simply load up the slow cooker and let this soup simmer during the day. Everyone will be waiting with bowls in hand to enjoy this one!!
Ingredients
8 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup all purpose flour
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 and 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 medium jalapeno, minced (seeds and membranes removed)
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar, Mexican blend or Colby Jack
Tortilla chips for serving
chopped fresh cilantro for serving
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and saute until it’s fragrant and light golden brown, about 1 minute. Stir in the flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, increase the heat to a simmer and whisk continuously for several minutes, until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
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