Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 1-1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilis
  • 1 can diced Rotel tomatoes
  • 1 pkg. taco seasoning
  • 1 pkg. (1 oz.) buttermilk ranch dressing mix
  • 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/8 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro
  • Corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • Grated cheddar cheese

Method

  • Cook chicken in crock-pot or boil on stove until done.
  • Discard skin and bones.
  • Chop chicken; cover and set aside.
  • Add broth to a large pot, adding enough water to equal a gallon of liquid.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except for chicken, tortillas, cheese and cilantro.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • May need to add water during cooking time.
  • When soup is done, stir in the cooked chicken and fresh cilantro.
  • Drop tortilla strips in each bowl of soup and top with grated cheese.
  • Go sparingly on the tortillas, as they will soak up the juice quickly.