crockpot chicken tortilla soup

i partially credit my chicken tortilla soup recipe with the longevity of steve and i's relationship.  ok, not really, but i've been making this recipe for years and every time i do, someone falls in love with it.  the best part?  it's insanely easy.  with this winter cold there's nothing better than a hot pot of soup.  it's spicy and warms you from within and it freezes perfectly for leftovers anytime you want them.

you will need:

3 tbsp butter

4 cups pre-cooked chicken, shredded

3/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 can stewed tomatoes

1 can cilantro lime rotel

3 cups medium salsa

3 cups chicken broth

1 tbsp minced garlic

1 tbsp cumin

1 tsp pre-minced garlic (or ~ 3-4 cloves)

dump it all in a slow cooker and set it on high for about 3-4 hours, or on low for 5-6 hours.  garnish with sour cream and shredded mexican blend cheese.

enjoy!