Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Courtesy: San Antonio Regional Hospital Dietary Staff
Makes eight 8-oz. servings
4 cups water
4 Tbsp chicken bullion
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 15 oz. can tomato puree
½ medium sized red bell pepper
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
Toppings:
Corn tortilla strips
Shredded Monterey jack cheese
Sour cream
Fresh cilantro
Avocado
Step 1:
In a large soup pot, sauté onion and garlic in oil until onion is translucent.
Step 2:
Add water, chicken base, chicken, tomato puree, diced tomatoes, red peppers, cayenne pepper, and chopped cilantro. Simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked.
Step 3:
Top with tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese, avocado, and cilantro to taste.