Anaheim Chicken Tortilla Soup
"Put a little spice in your menu with my favorite Anaheim pepper recipe. The peppers, jalapenos and cayenne heat up this full-flavored tortilla soup. —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona..."
INGREDIENTS
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6 Anaheim peppers
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3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
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8 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1/2-inch strips
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2 medium onions, chopped
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8 garlic cloves, peeled
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7 cups chicken broth
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1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree
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2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 bay leaf
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2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped, optional
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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Dash cayenne pepper
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1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
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