Green Chile Chicken Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the flour, cumin, chili powder, and oregano and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the chicken broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil.
5. Add the green chiles and chicken and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Green chile chicken soup is a popular Mexican dish.
• It is typically served with warm tortillas and a dollop of sour cream.
• The soup can also be made with beef, pork, or turkey.
• It is a great way to use up leftovers from a roast chicken.