Chicken Tortilla Soup

This is one of our families favorite recipes. It is super easy and really delicious. A dear friend Anna gave me this recipe many years ago. We use as many organic ingredients as possible. It's actually really surprising that there are no seasonings added to this soup, but trust me it is full of flavor! It is especially great on a cold winter day! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Ingredients:

2 cans black beans (may sub 1 can red beans)

1 30 oz can tomato sauce

1 16 oz can chopped tomato w/ jalapenos (or regular canned tomatoes for a mild soup)

2 small cans roasted green chilies

1 cup salsa (you choose spice level)

1 can corn

2-4 chicken breasts

*corn tortilla chips, avocado and cheese for optional toppings

Directions: 

Put all ingredients into a large pot on stove (start on medium, once it begins to bubble turn to low 1-2 hours) or crockpot and cook on low for 4-6 hours. (I prefer 6 hrs, chicken shreds more easily)

Pull out chicken at end and shred with 2 forks.

Put back into soup pot and simmer 15 more minutes if desired. (not necessary)

Serve warm with desired toppings.

We like to drizzle a little evoo (extra virgin olive oil) on top and add some fresh avocado.