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Since January is National Soup month, we asked the Meyer Hatchery staff to share a tried and true chicken or egg soup recipe for you. This Chicken Tortilla soup recipe is shared by Cheryl, our store manager.

• Juice from 1 lime (about 2 T)
• boneless, skinless chicken thighs, excess fat trimmed
• 2 tsp hot chili powder
• 2 tsp oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 1/2 oz) jalapeño flavored diced tomatoes
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 avocado, peeled and cut into chunks
• 16 tortilla chips, broken in half

1. Heat broiler.

2. Drizzle lime juice over chicken; sprinkle with 1 tsp of the chili powder.

3. Coat broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray.

4. Broil chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until 160 on an instant-read thermometer.

5. Remove and set aside.

6. Heat oil in a large, deep pot over medium heat; add garlic and remaining chili powder. Cook 1 minute.

7. Add tomatoes (with their juice), broth and 1 cup water.

8. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to medium-low and cook 10 minutes, covered.

9. To serve, tear chicken into small pieces and divide among 4 bowls. Divide the tomato broth among the 4 bowls; top each with cheese, avocado and tortilla pieces.