Easy-Peasy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Simple and delicious, this recipe is the best of both worlds. 

Ingredients:

2 cans                   diced tomatoes

1 can                      chicken broth

1 can                      corn, drained

1 can                      black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can                      chili

1-2c                        salsa

1pkg.                     cream cheese (8 oz.)

2c                            cooked chicken (or 2 large cans of cooked chicken)

1/4t                        salt

1/4t                        pepper

1/2t                        curry

1/2t                        cumin

1/2t                        garlic salt

1/4t                        onion powder

1/4t                        cayenne pepper

Directions:

In large kettle, combine all soup ingredients (including spices and vegetables) and bring to a boil.  Simmer together for about 20-30 minutes.

  

Serve with cheese quesadillas or tortilla strips.  Top with sour cream if desired.

* A special thanks to Maria Purles for her delicious recipe