As we begin to hunker down for the impending cold weather, we are craving dishes that will warm us all the way down to our toes. Apparently, my family aren’t the only ones with cold extremities. In the past week alone, I have received four requests for crockpot recipes. Still flexing its muscles from its successful slow cooking of our Family Crockpot Applesauce, my crockpot was up for the challenge. The inspiration for this recipe came from Sunset Magazine’s Crockery Cookbook; however, I took several liberties with the recipe, adding tomatoes and black beans, and increasing the seasoning. The result was a flavorful, nourishing soup that took no more than time than chopping a few vegetables and browning some chicken. Mission accomplished. Do you have any favorite crockpot recipes to share? If so, please leave a link in the comments.
In a large crockpot, combine 1 large chopped onion;
2 carrots, cut lengthwise and thinly sliced;
1 chipotle pepper (canned in adobo sauce), membranes and seeds removed, and finely chopped;
1 teaspoon dried oregano;
2 minced garlic cloves; and 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Season 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place the chicken thighs in the skillet and brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Place the seared chicken thighs in the crockpot, on top of the vegetables and black beans.
Pour 4 cups chicken broth and 1 1/2 cups water over the chicken.
Add 1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes, chopped (juices included) to the crockpot.
Cover the crockpot, turn the heat to Low, and cook for about 7 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the carrots are tender. Remove the chicken and let cool.
Add 1/2 cup long-grain white rice to the crockpot, turn the heat to High, and cook for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Remove and discard the skin and bones from the chicken. Shred the chicken with two forks or your hands, and return the meat to the crockpot.
Allow the soup to heat for about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the soup with lime wedges.
Add 1/2 cup long-grain white rice to the crockpot, turn the heat to High, and cook for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Remove and discard the skin and bones from the chicken. Shred the chicken with two forks or your hands, and return the meat to the crockpot. Allow the soup to heat for about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the soup with lime wedges.
Marla says
hi! I just discovered your blog. It is great! Loving this recipe for this healthy crock pot soup. I will need to make it! CP recipes have been the thing on everyone's minds these days! I am adding you to my blogroll page!!
Tasty Eats At Home says
Loving the flavors going on here! Yum!
Here's my crockpot recipe – a vegetarian pumpkin chili!
http://tastyeatsathome.wordpress.com/2009/09/09/vegetarian-bean-and-pumpkin-chili-plus-a-gluten-free-cheddar-serrano-biscuit/
Kalyn says
Sounds great! I love your idea of cooking the chicken in the crockpot, then taking it out and shredding the meat and adding it back in. Brilliant, and saves time in the morning when you're getting the food in the crockpot.
Petra aka Cascabel says
A friend sent me over to your blog – what an amazing recipe! I have to try this (staring out and seeing snowflakes…)
April Cavin says
Always looking for new soup ideas and this one sounds delicious! I really like the chicken tip, too– will definitely be trying this one.
Barbara Bakes says
I'm loving the addition of rice to this soup! Looks delicious! Here's my family's favorite crockpot recipe http://www.barbarabakes.com/2009/09/spicy-chicken-soup.html
Mother Rimmy says
Chipotle is a favorite in my house. I'll have to give this a try!
MaryMoh says
mmmmm….just what I would like to have now….not a small serving, but a BIG bowl…:)Looks very delicious.
Jenn says
Yummy! I could use some soup right about now. Crockpot soups are awesome. Just for the fact that they're a hassle free to make.
Here's mine. Chicken Noodle Soup. The common cold cure. ;-D
http://breadplusbutter.blogspot.com/2009/09/crockpot-chicken-noodle-soup.html
The Chickenless Chick says
Gorgeous picture. Slow cooking is my favorite way to do chicken. Bet this tastes fantastic.
The "you may also like" tool brought up your Cool Honeydew-Mint Soup. I was like, "Yes! Yes I would also like that!"
Diana Bauman says
CC, you simply amaze me! You are such an awesome cook! You consistently have so many recipes, lovin this!
Lea Ann says
How did I miss this one in Sunset??? This looks amazing. I'm keeping the recipe and will give it a try this week. Thanks for the post.
Cookin' Canuck says
Thanks for all of your generous comments! There are a few crockpot recipes posted in the comments. Be sure to check them out.
pegasuslegend says
looks wonderful
Hummingbird Appetite says
This looks so good!
Divina Pe says
This soup is so hearty and comforting. So many great flavors going on in there. I have to find those chipotle peppers soon.
Miranda says
Awesome recipe. Tis the season of yummy soups!
by the way, awesome idea on my site. Goodluck.
HannahBanana aka Amanda says
A great soup recipe to add to my collection…the hubby would LOVE this one. Perfect for autumn I'd say!
CheapAppetite says
great hearty soup! I love chipotle peppers. Crock pot is a great invention:)
Jessie says
oh gosh you're right about the cold weather! It just makes me want to snuggle up on the couch and have a nice bowl of warming soup. This soup is definitely warming and very hearty. I love that it has "sticks to your ribs" ingredients. Very delicious!
KrisKishere says
That looks so hearty and delicious! It's a keeper! 🙂
Table Talk says
I broke out my nearly antique crockpot (I think it is 18 years old!) to make your applesauce…looks like I better put it back in use for this soup!
[email protected] says
I love crock pot cooking! Your recipe looks great. I love making things like that and having it ready when you get home from work.
My favorite crock pot recipe is for easy beef stew made with 3 cans of V-8 juice. Super easy and healthy!
http://www.slim-shoppin.com/beef-stew-2/
ValleyWriter says
I love, love, love my crockpot. It's so nice to have a fully cooked meal ready to go (or close to it) when I get home from work. I'm always looking for new recipes and this one looks great!
Chef Shari says
this sounds so yummy, can't wait to try it! we don't get too many cold days down here in Florida, guess I could turn the air conditioner down:-)
foodandwinechickie says
Wanted to share my Beer Braised Slow Cooker Pork Roast with everyone. No need to be a beer lover for this one: http://bit.ly/37TcCR
Skylar Wolfe says
This looks fantastic. Warm and inviting on a cold day. I love black beans with chipotles as well, they play well.
Raquelle says
Amazing recipe. Everyone who tried it after I made it said it was one of the best soups they've ever had. And I agree!
The Crock Pot Blog says
What a great recipe! I've bookmarked this one. Here is one from my blog, a nice treat for the weekend football fan:
So Simple Spicy Wings
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