I make these all the time and they are FANTASTIC! I made some minor changes, added 2tsp. baking powder, upped the vanilla to 2Tbs, and used 1 1/2 c. butter, and 1/2 c. margarine because I didn't have enough butter at home. I also used less chocolate chips because that's how we like them. They barely spread, and retains thier shape very well. Turned out beautifully, I will add a pic to my profile or something. I've already made 3 batches tonight and they are perfect everytime! My Hubby just ate a whole plate and then asked for some to take to work tomrrow! They have awesome flavor and texture, without being too sweet and greasy.

I first made this recipe a little over a year ago... I made some changes after reading some reviews and it was AMAZING! First of all, I make this in a crock pot, I throw everything in, including frozen chicken breasts, and let it cook. I take the chicken out after it's done and shred it. Shredded chicken tastes SO much better then chunks for this recipe. I've made this so many times that I don't measure anything anymore... I just keep adding until the crock pot it full! This recipes turns out fabulous even when you add different items that you may like. My changes... I add a package of taco seasoning, kick up the amout of cumin considerably (I just keep tasting it), add a can of white hominy, a can of black beans, I add shredded cheese in the crock pot or just when you serve it, and about an hour before serving it I add a small bag of noodles that are sold in the internation isle. They are like miniture shells, they have to be really small because regular ones get so big that it throws off the texture of the soup. They are called "La Moderna" Product of Mexico. They are only .60 a bag! They really give it what it's missing. Served with baked tortilla chips that I break up and spray with cooking oil... just until they turn golden. I gave it 4 stars because I add alot to this recipe, but after I'm done I'd give it 5! When all is said and done, we have a delicious and very filling dinner! It's great to freeze and take for lunch. My Hubby LOVES THIS!!! I'm making it today