Southwestern Spiced Chicken Soup Recipe for a comforting meal

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken thighs
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 celery ribs, chopped
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, shopped
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 2 avocados, cubed
• 1 28 ounce can chopped tomatoes
• 1 bunch cilantro, more for garnish (optional)
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 lime, more for garnish (optional)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese or a Mexican blend of cheeses
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil