Recipe(tried): Very Close Tortilla Soup (like Chili's)

Thanks to the person that original posted this (Billie Townsend..Apache Junction, AZ 8-2-2007), it is really good.

NOTE: Melt cheese on lower temperature or it will stick to the bottom of the pan!!!

CHILI'S CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP
(copycat recipe)

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb chicken breast fillet (approx. 3 fillets)
1/2 cup diced onion
1 garlic clove, pressed, to taste
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup masa harina
3 cups water
1 cup enchilada sauce
16 ounces Velveeta cheese
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Sour Cream (for texture, optional)
GARNISHES:
shredded cheddar cheese
crumbled corn tortilla chips

Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken breasts to pot and brown for 4-5 minutes per side. Set chicken aside.

Add onions and garlic to pot and saute over medium heat for about 2 minutes, or until onions begin to become translucent. Add chicken broth.

Combine masa harina with 2 cups of water in a medium bowl and whisk until blended. Add masa mixture to pot with onions, garlic and broth.

Add remaining water, enchilada sauce, cheese and spices to pot and bring mixture to a boil.

Shred the chicken into small, bite-size pieces and add it to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer soup for 30-40 minutes or until thick. Add sour cream, if desired. Serve with garnishes.

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In reference to:

Recipe(tried): Chili's Chicken Enchilada Soup (copycat recipe)
Board: Copycat Recipe Requests at Recipelink.com
From: Billie Townsend..Apache Junction, AZ 8-2-2007
Msg ID: 1427610
MSG URL: Chilis Chicken Enchilada Soup Copycat Recipe