Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup chicken base
  • 3 cups diced yellow onions
  • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 4 quarts water
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • ½ pound processed American cheese ( cut in small cubes)
  • 3 pounds diced cooked chicken ( (you can use 2 rotisserie chickens))

Instruction

  • In a pitcher or large measuring cup, combine the masa harina with 1 quart of the water. Stir until all lumps dissolve.
  • In a large pot, combine the oil, chicken base, onions, cumin, chili powder, granulated garlic, salt, and cayenne. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add masa harina mixture to the onions and bring to a boil. Once it starts to bubble, cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. (This will eliminate any raw taste from the masa harina.)
  • Stir in the remaining 3 quarts of water and the tomatoes. Let the soup return to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally until the cheese melts.
  • Add the chicken and heat through.