I learned this from a friend of mine, and it’s one of those things that was taught by sight more than following a recipe. As with many, things can be off a little and it still turns out wonderful. A couple of things I would be careful on: lime, fresh cilantro, and stewed tomatoes are a must.  The flavors will not work right if you use diced tomatoes. This seems like a light soup, but with the tortilla chips at the end it can be quite filling.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

1 lb skinless bonelesschicken, diced

1/2 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic

1/2 TB olive oil

1 tsp chili pwd

1 1/2 tsp ground cumin

2 cans swanson low sodium chicken broth (I use 1 box Pacific brand organic chicken broth instead-your choice)

1 can stewed italian style tomatoes (I like to break these up a bit before putting them in)

1 can drained and rinsed corn (I like Niblets)

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 minced fresh cilantro

juice of 1 lime

tortilla chips

Put oil in saucepan and brown the chicken. When the chicken is done add garlic.chili powder,cumin and onion, sautee until soft.

Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer; add tomatoes, corn and black beans. Bring back up to simmer.

Turn off heat and stir in lime juice and cilantro (these change flavor if you cook them in) Serve immediatly, with chips-each person can add chips according to their preference.  ( I like a lot!)

May be garnished with sour cream.