Chicken Tortilla Cups

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and coat 4 cups of a muffin pan with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Fold each tortilla in half, then form into a cone, overlapping the sides.
3. 3
   Fold up the point of the cone slightly, then press the tortilla into the prepared muffin pan to form a cup shape; coat with cooking spray.
4. 4
   Transfer to the oven and bake until golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, combine the flour, cumin, chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
6. 6
   Add the chicken and toss to coat.
7. 7
   Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
8. 8
   Add the chicken in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Add the onion, celery, carrots and bell pepper and cook until the vegetables begin softening, about 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Add the tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
11. 11
    Cook until the vegetables are tender and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
12. 12
    Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper.
13. 13
    Divide the chicken mixture among the tortilla cups.
14. 14
    Top with the cheese.
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    Photograph by Andrew Purcell