Rachael Ray Chicken Fajita Tortilla Soup

R.Lynn's Note:

This looks just fantastic on TV that I am saving it here to try in the very near future! I'm guessing on the size of the bag of tortilla chips because it just said "1 bag" in the recipe.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 ½-2 lbs chicken tenders
• 1 tablespoon coriander , a palm full
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves , 5 to 6 sprigs
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1 large onion , quartered and thinly sliced
• 1 large bell pepper , quartered and thinly sliced
• 1 jalapeno , seeded and thinly sliced
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced fire roasted tomatoes
• 1 quart chicken stock
• 16 ounces white corn tortilla chips
• 1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese or 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese
• 1 ripe avocado , diced
• 1 lime, juice of
• 4 scallions , chopped
• fresh cilantro leaves or fresh flat-leaf parsley , chopped

Directions:

1. Heat a large skillet with extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add chicken, begin to brown 4 minutes, add coriander, thyme, salt and pepper, to taste, onions, bell pepper and jalapeno, season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add tomatoes and stock, heat through.
2. While the soup is working, lightly crush some tortilla chips and divide among 4 bowls. You need a couple of handfuls per bowl. Top the chips with a little cheese. Toss the avocado with lime juice. Top the chips with ladles of soup. Garnish soup with avocado, scallions and cilantro or parsley.

Reviews

[Lucky Clover]

I love chicken tortilla soups, and I'm always looking for different twists on it to spice things up. I had a package of fresh pre-cut fajita peppers and onions, so this recipe was a perfect fit. I added a little taco seasoning and some garlic powder and cumin to season the soup and a couple pinches of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Don't substitute anything for the fire-roasted tomatoes! They make a huge difference! And don't skimp on the toppings! Cheddar cheese, green onion, avocado, sour cream, tortilla chips..yum! Delicious soup!

[Chef #722806]

Warm, happy bowl of love. This recipe is amazing! It does make a whole lot though. :)