Savory Southwestern Soup-South Beach Friendly! Recipe

Name: Savory Southwestern Soup-South Beach Friendly!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, chopped into 1/2 inch cubes; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes (go for plain, low sugar canned tomatoes if on the South Beach diet); 1 (24 ounce) jar salsa (we use southwestern style); 7 garlic cloves, chopped finely; 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano leaves; 1 teaspoon paprika; 2 tablespoons cumin powder (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed (can increase to 2 cans); 2 (32 ounce) containers fat free chicken broth; 1/2 lb frozen corn (omit if on the South Beach diet); 1/2 lb frozen cut green beans; 1/4 cup cilantro leaf, chopped finely (optional); 2 cups Minute brown rice, cooked (omit if on phase 1 of the South Beach diet)

Servings: persons

1 lb chicken breast, chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes (go for plain, low sugar canned tomatoes if on the South Beach diet)
1 (24 ounce) jar salsa (we use southwestern style)
7 garlic cloves, chopped finely
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons cumin powder (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed (can increase to 2 cans)
2 (32 ounce) containers fat free chicken broth
1/2 lb frozen corn (omit if on the South Beach diet)
1/2 lb frozen cut green beans
1/4 cup cilantro leaf, chopped finely (optional)
2 cups Minute brown rice, cooked (omit if on phase 1 of the South Beach diet)

1
Chop the chicken breasts into 1/2 in cubes and sprinkle with the dry spices and mix well to coat.
2
In a large, heavy bottomed soup pot, brown the coated chicken in hot oil 3-5 minutes, stirring often. Add the onion and garlic and mix well. Cook an additional 3-5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
3
Add the can of tomatoes and stir. Then add the jar of salsa and stir again. When this mixture begins to boil add the containers of chicken broth. Stir and bring to a boil.
4
Add the beans, frozen corn and green beans. Note: may need to break the beans so they are bite sized (about 1/2 inch each).
5
Bring to a boil again and reduce heat to simmer. Cook an additional 10-15 minutes until the beans and corn are tender.
6
If rice is desired, cook separately according to package directions and add 1/4 cup to each bowl when serving.
7
Garnish with chopped cilantro.
8
Note: Omit corn and rice if you're on the South Beach Diet and increase beans to 2 cans. Also consider adding jicama for fiber and a lovely crunchy texture.

1039

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb chicken breast, chopped into 1/2 inch cubes, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 large onion, diced, 1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes (go for plain, low sugar canned tomatoes if on the South Beach diet), and more.

Yes, Savory Southwestern Soup-South Beach Friendly! falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Savory Southwestern Soup-South Beach Friendly!

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