Texas Chicken Tortilla Soup

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This soup has a great flavor! I found the recipe in the local newspaper, but changed it up a little. My kids even like it, but they like spicy foods!!

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Steps

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In a large stockpot , heat butter and oil over medium heat.

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Add onions , jalapeno , garlic , carrots and raw chicken.

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Simmer 5 minutes.

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Stir in seasonings.

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Add tomatoes and chicken broth.

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Stir well and simmer for 1 hour , stirring occasionally.

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To serve , crumble tortilla chips in the bottom of individual soup bowls.

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Fill bowls with soup and top with cheese.

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Ingredients

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butter, vegetable oil, onion, jalapeno, garlic cloves, baby carrots, boneless skinless chicken, ground cumin, chili powder, lemon pepper, tomatoes, chicken broth, tortilla chips, monterey jack cheese