Ingredients

This is a clone of Chili's much-requested soup, not the official version.

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound chicken breast fillets
1/2 cup diced onion
1 clove garlic, pressed
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup masa harina (a corn flour often found in the Mexican food section of supermarkets)
3 cups water
1 cup enchilada sauce
16 ounces Velveeta
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Garnish:
Shredded cheddar cheese
Crumbled corn tortilla chips
Pico de gallo

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.
Serve soup in cups or bowls, and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled corn tortilla chips, and pico de gallo. Serves approximately 12. — www.topsecretrecipes.com

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