Chicken Tortilla Soup

prep time:: 15 minutes
cook time:: 40 minutes
total time:: 55 minutes

Makes 2 servings

ingredients

1 Tbs. Olive Oil
1/3 c. Yellow Onion, diced
1/3 c. Carrots, chopped
1/3 c. Red Bell Pepper, chopped
1 Garlic Clove, minced
1 1/4 c. Tomatoes, rough chopped
Pinch Dried Oregano
1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
1/2 tsp. Cilantro
2 c. Chicken Stock
2/3 c. Tortilla Chips, slightly crushed
1/3 c. Jalapeno Jack Cheese, shredded
2/3 c. Roasted Chicken, shredded

directions

Place onions, carrots and bell pepper in a pot with olive oil and sauté until soft. Add the tomatoes, seasonings and chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes on medium heat. Add the tortilla chips and simmer for 10 minutes. Pour soup in a blender and puree until smooth. Add cheese and puree. Fold in the roasted chicken. Serve. Garnish with sour cream, fresh tomatoes and green onions.

Source: Megan Singleton