Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Tortilla Soup with Grilled Chicken

Tortilla Soup with Grilled Chicken

3 T olive oil                   
1 jalapeno, fresh minced              
1 med red onion diced               
3 C diced roma tomatoes (take out seeds)  or 2 can petite diced tomatoes drained   
3 C corn kernels
1 T cumin seed (ground) 
2 qt chicken stock           
3 C grilled chicken breast diced (Costco rotisserie chicken is a quick substitute.)
3 T fresh cilantro
Garnish: Avocado, lime and tortilla chips

In a large soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add jalapeno, onion.  Cook, stirring until all the onions are soft, about 5 min.  Add corn and tomatoes, cook 5 more minutes. Add the cumin and cook another 5 min.  Add the chicken stock, bring to a boil and simmer 10 min.  Add the grilled chicken breast and fresh cilantro, heat through and serve.

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