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I started this blog a long time ago as when it was "What's Cooking at My house" and before my mad photography skills kicked in and before we went gluten free. With that said you never know what you might find here. There's a little something for everyone I believe. But my hope is to provide more recipes with better photos to tempt your tummy. *smile*

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup!

Grab your crock pots ladies, it's time to make one of the most delicious soups ever!
Crock-Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup!

Ingredients:

3 Stalks of celery, chopped
3 Carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small can of green chilies
1 15oz can of tomato sauce
1 can of diced tomatoes with jalapenos (or without, your choice)
1 cup of frozen sweet corn
1 32 oz box of chicken broth
4 large chicken breasts (I use frozen)

Seasonings: (To be added at the end of cooking!)
1 tsp. Garlic Powder
2 tsp. Chili Powder
1 TBS. All Purpose Seasoning ( I use Spike)

Toppings:
Corn Chips, broken up
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1-2 Avacados, Chopped into bite size pieces
Cilantro, chopped


Directions:
Grab your crock pot and add just a dab of butter to the bottom. Turn it on low.

Then add your chopped veggies.

Next add your canned chilies, frozen corn, tomato sauce and diced tomatoes.

Place your chicken on top.

And then add your broth until just covering the chicken. May add water if one box isn't enough.
Turn the temp. to High and let cook for 4-5 hours or until chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken breasts and cut into bite size pieces and return to the crock pot.
Add your seasonings and mix well. Let cook for 10-15 more minutes.

Ladle into bowls and add toppings.
Don't skimp on the toppings, they make the soup!!

Serves 8-10

Enjoy!

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