Tortilla Soup II
Tortilla Soup II might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe covers 13% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Watching your figure? This dairy free recipe has 214 calories, 16g of protein, and 6g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 8. It is perfect for Autumn. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. A mixture of chicken breast halves, flour tortillas, ground cumin, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. To use up the lime juice you could follow this main course with the Lime Angel Food Cake with Lime Glaze and Pistachios as a dessert.
Instructions
Combine the chicken broth, green chilies, tomatoes with green chilies, onion, and garlic in a soup pot.
Add the shredded chicken. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
Add the lime juice, cilantro, cayenne, and cumin. Simmer for 10-15 minutes longer.
Cut the tortillas into 1/2 x 2-inch strips. Fry in hot olive oil in skillet until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
Ladle the soup into bowls.
Garnish with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and the tortilla strips.