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Bring a large pot of water to a steady boil and add seasonings & chicken breast.
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In the mean time, grab a blender and add both cans of Rotel and the can of black beans (drain half the fluid from beans first), and puree the mixture.
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Label a gallon sized Ziploc freezer bag with recipe name, date, and additional cooking directs.
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(See step 9-10 for cooking details)
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Add pureed mixture and salsa to Ziploc bag and set aside.
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Once chicken is done boiling, remove chicken from pot, and let cool.
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Save one cup of broth from the pot and discard the rest.
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Shred chicken after it has completely cooled.
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Add chicken, broth, and one cup of water to the Ziploc bag containing pureed mixture.
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Seal bag, removing as much air from bag as possible.
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Freeze immediately.
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When you are ready to prepare the Tortilla Soup for dinner, please keep in mind that you need to thaw bag in the refrigerator for ATLEAST 4 hours.
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Once thawed, add meal to crock pot and cook on low for 5-7 hours.
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When its almost done cooking, grab tortillas and slice into strips, brush with butter, and bake in the oven at 350 until golden brown.
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Make yourself a bowl of your delicious meal and top with tortilla strips, cheese, & sour cream.
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Enjoy!
