Family Favorite!

I received this recipe from a friend of ours almost a year ago,and I can't tell you how many times I have created it for dinner. I must say, it is so delicious. So thank you Tirsa, for our new family favorite! (I have modified it a few times to fit our family - but here is the original recipe)

Chicken Tortilla Soup

4 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded

2 (14.5oz) cans of chicken broth

1 (4oz) can diced green chilies

1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chili peppers

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 T fresh lime juice

2 T chopped fresh cilantro

1/2 t. ground cayenne pepper

1/2 t. ground cumin

4 (10in) flour tortillas

1 T. olive oil

Shredded Monteray Jack and Cheddar Cheeses

1. Combine the chicken broth, green chilies, tomato with green chilies, onion and garlic in a large soup pot. Add the shredded chicken. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 - 35 minutes

2. Add the lime juice, cilantro, cayenne and cumin. Simmer for 10 - 15 minutes longer.

3. Cut the tortillas ans 1/2 x 2in. strips. Fry in hot olive oil in skillet until golden brown; drain on paper towels.

4. Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with cheese and tortilla strips