EASY CHICKEN TACO SOUP
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 or 3 large tomatoes, diced (about 2 cups)*
2 cups frozen corn
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
2 cups of shredded chicken
2 tablespoons taco seasoning**
2 cups of chicken broth
salt and pepper to taste
Fresh lime wedges
Fresh chopped cilantro
*OR: one (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained.
**OR: 2 tsp. chili powder, 2 tsp. cumin, 2 tsp. oregano and 1 tsp. paprika
Heat the oil in a large pot. Add onion and bell pepper, then season lightly with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes until veggies are tender.
Add beans, tomatoes, corn, tomato sauce, chicken, taco seasoning (or spices) and broth. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 15 minutes, taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary. Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with cornbread.