Low Calorie

Lighter Chicken Fajita Soup

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50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 bell peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 red onion, peeled and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ounces black beans (drained)
  • 15 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 fajita seasoning packet
  • 1/2 cup brown rice, optional
  • Possible Garnishes: reduced fat cheese, scallions, avocado
  • cornbread mix – side

Instructions

 

  1. Place a large sauce 6-8 quart pot over medium heat. Add the oil, chopped bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Saute for 3-5 minutes to soften.
  2. Add whole chicken breasts, black beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, 1 fajita seasoning packet, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. If adding rice, stir it in with an additional 2 cups of water. Bring the soup to a boil. Lower the heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Use tongs to remove the cooked chicken breasts. Allow the soup to continue simmering to fully cook the rice, another 10-15 minutes. Allow the chicken to cool for a few minutes, then shred with two forks.
  4. Once the rice is tender, add the shredded chicken back to the soup. Taste, and salt and pepper as needed.

Quick Tip

Add corn or tortilla strips for a little crunch!