Tortilla Soup

I got this recipe from Corinne and it got rave reviews from both Josh and Maya - a big plus! It can be made with or without chicken. I made everything then separated some for myself before adding the meat to Josh and Maya's.



Prep Time: 30 min

Cooking Time: 30 min

Serves: 6 - 8

Josh Rating: 5 out of 5

1 onion, finely chopped

Olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

6 cups chicken or vegetable broth

3 tomatoes, chopped

½ bag frozen corn

1 large chicken breast

1-2 cans black beans, drained & rinsed

1 lime or 1/4 cup lime juice (1 extra lime for garnish)

1 handful cilantro, chopped

6 corn tortillas, cut into strips (or tortilla chips)

1-2 avocados, diced

2 tsp chili powder

1 Tbs cumin

Salt and pepper

Cheddar or jack cheese, shredded

Sour cream

Sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic, chili powder, and cumin. Sauté until fragrant (a minute or two). Add chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer. Add tomatoes, corn & black beans.

Grill chicken seasoned with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. (Or pan-fry it, but it won’t add the smokiness that the bbq does). Cut up or shred chicken and add it to the soup. Add more seasonings if needed. Add lime juice, cilantro, and avocado.

In large fry pan over medium-high heat, crisp up tortilla strips. Add salt. You may do this with oil or cooking spray. (For a shortcut, use tortilla chips instead).

Serve soup garnished with cheese, sour cream, tortilla strips, fresh cilantro, and a lime wedge.