*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                  Canadian Living Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Poultry                          Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3                    boned and skinned chicken breasts
   4                    corn tortillas
   2      tablespoons   vegetable oil
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
   1                    onion -- chopped
   1      teaspoon      ground cumin
     1/4  teaspoon      chili powder
   1      each          red and green bell peppers -- see directions
   4                    plum tomatoes -- chopped
   4      cups          chicken stock
   1      cup           corn kernels
     1/4  cup           fresh coriander -- chopped

Cut chicken breasts into diagonal strips; set aside. Cut tortillas into 1/4-inch thick strips. I
n large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat; cook tortilla strips,
 stirring,  for about 2 minutes until crisp. Remove strips to papers towels to drain.
 Add remaining oil, garlic, onion, cumin and chilli powder to pan; cook over medium heat
, stirring occasionally for 3 minutes or until softened. Add chicken and red and yellow 
(or green) bell peppers and cook until chicken is golden, about 5 minutes. 
Add tomatoes, chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes.
 Add corn; cook 2 minutes. Stir in lime juice. Lade into bowls and top with tortilla strips and coriander.

Serves 6


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