Adam's Famous Tortilla Soup

Submitted by Berdie

"My husband got this original receipe from his mom, but he has since made his own modifications. It's one of my faves and he has even made it for co-workers and they love it. I hope you will love it too!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 45mins
• Ingredients: 19

ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1⁄3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 fresh jalapeno, chopped (with or without seeds)
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped very fine
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 6 celery ribs, sliced
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, chopped finely
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin, powered
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1⁄2 cup flour
• 1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon cubes
• 6 -7 fresh cilantro stems, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• tortilla chips, slightly crushed
• sour cream, a dollop
• muenster cheese, shredded

directions

1. Heat Butter and oil in a large pot until butter is melted.
2. Sauté onion, jalapeño, garlic, carrots, celery and chicken; simmer 5 minutes.
3. Add cumin, salt, chili powder, lemon pepper and flour. Stir to blend.
4. Add tomatoes and chicken broth. Mix well. Simmer for 1 hour.
5. Add cilantro and lime juice.
6. Put in individual serving bowls in order of preference: tortilla chips, sour cream, cheese, and soup.