12.09.2010

Chicken-Lickin' Tortilla Soup

This has literally become a WEEKLY staple at my house! It's definitely our new favorite soup! I'm hoping we don't over eat it bc then we'll be sick of it (if that's even possible). I just love the smokey flavors, kick from the lime, and the wow factor of the fresh ingredients! It literally takes less than a half hour to make if you're in a time crunch. And word to the wierdo's, "DON'T ELIMINATE INGREDIENTS!" You HAVE to get the fresh avocado, lime, and cilantro. If you're thinking it'll still taste good w/o it, you're wrong-o. I was an ditz one day at lunch and forgot to top with the garnishes and couldn't figure out why it wasn't good. Yeah, just buck up and run to the store if you don't have all fresh stuff. It's well worth the trip! Let me know whatcha'll think. Ole'
{husby wanted me to add the "mixed up" picture so that you're able to see all the "goods"...}
Ingredients
2 organic boneless chicken breasts (season both sides with lemon pepper)
1 yellow onion chopped chunky
4 cloves minced garlic
1 T olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
juice from one lime
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 (32 oz) box organic chicken stock
1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed
2 cups fresh/frozen corn kernels
salt & pepper (generous to taste)

garnish:
fresh cilantro
sliced avocado
crushed blue corn tortilla chips
shredded pepper jack cheese (optional)

Directions
grill chicken breasts seasoned with lemon pepper (on both sides) on a gas/electric grill until cooked through. let chicken rest on a cutting board while you assemble the soup. In a large soup pot, combine olive oil, garlic, and onion. Saute on medium heat until onions are almost translucent. Add all other ingredients (except those for garnishing) and bring to a boil. Turn heat down to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until ready to serve. Tear cooled chicken with a fork or your fingers and add to soup. Top with fresh cilantro, avocado, tortilla chips, and/or cheese. *don't add sour cream - this dilutes all the flavors in the soup!

1 comment:

Brandi said...

I live for fresh cilantro. I totally agree! can't skimp the good stuff. Man I'm so hungry right now!! haha

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