Amys Mexican Soup

This recipe I made up after craving soup and rummaging through my cupboards. Very simple and tastes even better the next day. I love it spicy, but you can adjust accordingly. Also great South Beach Diet meal.

Step: 1

Preheat the oven broiler.

Step: 2

Arrange chicken breasts in a large pan, and broil 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove chicken, allow to cool, then shred.

Step: 3

In a food processor or blender, puree the drained whole tomatoes and diced tomatoes.

Step: 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook until onion is soft and translucent. Stir in chicken broth and pureed tomatoes. Add shredded chicken, kidney beans, and black beans. Season with cayenne pepper and chili powder. Bring to a boil; then cover, leaving the lid slightly ajar, and simmer 2 hours. Ladle into bowls, and top with cheese and dollops of sour cream.

Per Serving: 284 calories; protein 22.2g; carbohydrates 17g; fat 14.3g; cholesterol 62.1mg; sodium 905.6mg.

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