Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 corn tortillas, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp. cilantro (fresh)
  • 1 large onion, minced
  • 1 c. plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tsp. cumin powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato puree
  • 1 qt. chicken stock
  • red pepper to taste
  • 2 corn tortillas, cut into thin strips
  • 1/2 c. cooked chicken in strips
  • 1/2 c. cubed avocado
  • 4 Tbsp. Cheddar cheese, grated

Method

  • Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped tortillas, garlic and cilantro; saute until tortillas are soft. Add onion and tomatoes and bring to boil.
  • Add cumin, chili powder, tomato puree and stock.
  • Bring soup to boil again, then reduce heat to simmer.
  • Add red pepper and cook, stirring frequently, for 30 minutes.
  • Place tortilla strips in oven at 300° for 5 minutes.