Chicken Tortilla Soup

12 oz chicken tenders
1 c carrot, diced (3 carrots)
1 c celery, chopped (5 sticks)
1 onion, diced
1-2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
4 (15oz) cans chicken broth
1 (15oz) can diced tomatoes w/ chilies
1 packet taco seasoning
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp chili powder
1 Tbs lime juice
1 c frozen corn kernels
10 corn tortillas, sliced into strips
Fresh cilantro (optional), to taste

Directions
Place all ingredients, except tortillas & cilantro, in slow cooker. Cook on high for 6 hours. During last half-hour, add tortilla strips. During last 10 min, add cilantro.

Serve w/ sliced avocado & grated Monterey Jack cheese; garnish w/ fresh cilantro.