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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 14 ounces ½ cans diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3/4 tablespoon cumin
• 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 carrots, thinly sliced
• 2 skinless chicken breasts, halved and thinly sliced
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• Pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded Monterey jack or cheddar cheese
• 2 avocados, diced
• Bag of tortilla chips