Kickin Chicken Soup


This is a great meal-in-a-pot that is quick and easy to put together. Get the chicken going, then turn your attention to the soup and, before you know it, dinner's ready! I found this in the chicago trib.

Steps


Heat broiler.
Cook chicken , turning once , about 10 minutes.
Or , grill the chicken on an outdoor grill , which is what i usually do.
Meanwhile , heat oil in a stockpot over medium heat.
Add onion , garlic and chili.
Cook until soft , about 3 minutes.
Add broth , corn , beans , lime juice , salt and red and black pepper to taste.
Heat to a boil , reduce heat to simmer.
Slice or shred cooked chicken.
Add to pot.
Add cilantro.
Heat through , about 1 minute.
Ladle into soup bowls.
Top each with shredded cheese and crumbled tortilla chips , if desired.

Ingredients


boneless chicken breasts, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, jalapeno chile, low sodium chicken broth, corn kernels, black beans, lime, juice of, salt, ground red pepper, fresh ground black pepper, cilantro, monterey jack cheese, tortilla chips