A delicious, mildly spiced soup provides a tasty meal for the whole family and is perfect for those chilly, winter days and nights.

Ingredients

• 4 (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1-1/2 cups cooked, diced chicken
• 1 tbsp Spice Islands Minced Onion
• 2 tsp Spice Islands Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Spice Islands Med Grind Black Pepper
• 2 tsp Spice Islands Chili Powder
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) tomatoes, dices with green chilies
• 1/2 cup julienned carrots
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

• 1. Bake tortilla strips at 350º F for 7 to 10 minutes or until crisp.
• 2. Combine chicken stock, chicken, onion, garlic, black pepper and chili powder in a stock pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
• 3. Stir in black beans, tomatoes, carrots and tortilla chips (reserve a few tortilla strips for garnish). Simmer for 20 minutes. Add cheddar cheese.
• 4. Serve immediately; garnish with remaining tortilla strips and if desired, sour cream.