Chicken and Black Bean Soup With Avocado
A comforting, hydrating soup packed with tender chicken, black beans, and sweet corn. Topped with creamy avocado for a satisfying, nutrient-dense finish.
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Low energy
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Digestive comfort
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Before you start
Your 30-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large pot · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Storage: Store the soup in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the avocado separate and slice it fresh when serving to prevent browning.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep black beans (rinsed), medium avocado (diced), bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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For the Soup
For the Garnish
From Your Pantry
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a large…
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Heat the olive oil in a large…
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder, and sear for 2 minutes per side.
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Pour the chicken broth
Pour the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, and frozen corn into the pot. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
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Cover and cook for 12 to 15…
Cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
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Carefully remove the chicken to a cutting…
Carefully remove the chicken to a cutting board, shred it using two forks, and return the shredded meat to the soup.
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Stir in a generous squeeze of fresh…
Stir in a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice and season with additional salt or pepper if needed.
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Ladle the warm soup into bowls and…
Ladle the warm soup into bowls and top with diced avocado and chopped fresh cilantro just before eating.
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The nutrition underneath
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Storage
Storage: Store the soup in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the avocado separate and slice it fresh when serving to prevent browning.
Time Saver
Time Saver: If you are short on time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breasts. Just shred it and add it directly with the broth to heat through.
Spice It Up
Spice It Up: If you prefer a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce into your bowl.
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