  
A finalist in the 2002 ORTEGA "Create a Fiesta, Win a Siesta!" Contest, this dish was submitted by Julie DeMatteo of Clementon, New Jersey. This soup combines chopped chicken, corn, black beans, fire-roasted chiles, rice and chicken broth in a flavorful soup, topped with a garnish of sour cream blended with cilantro, lime juice and chiles. This hearty dish can be served as an appetizer or main meal. 8 20 min 25 min 
       - 1 container (32 oz.) chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 jar ORTEGA Salsa - Homestyle Recipe (Mild), (or any flavor)
- 1/2 cup long-grain rice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chicken, cooked, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed, drained
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
- 1 can (4 oz.) ORTEGA Diced Green Chiles
- 1 dollop cilantro, chile cream (recipe follows)
COMBINE chicken broth, water and garlic in large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add salsa, rice, oregano and salt; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken, beans, corn and chiles; continue cooking for 5 minutes or until heated through. Serve in soup bowls; top each serving with dollop of cilantro-chile cream.
FOR CILANTRO CHILE CREAM:
COMBINE 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 can (4 oz.) ORTEGA Diced Green Chiles, 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro and 1 teaspoon lime juice in small bowl.
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Submitted Date: March 2003
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Reviewed By: Mary Ellen Petersen from Shorewood, WI
Comments: I made this soup several times this past winter. We all love it, and it's very versatile,as far as adding extra ingredients. A real keeper.
Mexican chicken soup with cilantro-chile cream
Submitted Date: March 2003
Rating:
Reviewed By: CINDY MILLER from FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ
Comments: I tried it last night and it was delicious. Easy and I would highly recommend it. The whole family enjoyed it. My family had an avocado and chips with salsa on side. Delicious.
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