This is a great, hearty recipe for the family. You can use your own variation of ingredients or follow the recipe below. While fresh vegetables are always more desirable, the canned option is sometimes faster and more convenient. I also use the box of Spanish or Mexican Rice, for the rice itself AND the seasoning. It adds the perfect flavoring if you don’t have all of the necessary spices. You can also opt for a healthier version by omitting the cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and tortilla chip extras.
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (or stewed tomatoes flavored to your liking)
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed chicken broth
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 cup whole corn kernels, cooked (or canned)
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans or pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 3 zucchini (sliced)
- 3 Bell Peppers (Red, Green, or Yellow, or one of each–I usually get what’s on sale!)
- crushed tortilla chips
- sliced avocado
- shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- sour cream
Start the water and chicken broth (heating to boil) as you prepare your ingredients. Slice your veggies. Add the stewed or crushed tomatoes, and throw in your veggies as you finish slicing them. I usually add the garlic and onion at this point and season to taste before I add the chicken. Keep in mind that you will be adding the seasoning from your rice, so don’t over due the salt. Clean and cut your chicken the size you would like and throw the pieces into the boiling water with veggies. Add your rice and the seasoning package included in the rice as well as the can of beans (drained). Add your corn and cover the pot for 30 min, stir occasionally. Slice up your Avocado or make some guacamole. And your soup is ready to serve!
Serve it hot, throw some grated cheese on top with a small spoon of sour cream and guacamole, some chopped onion, and a small handful of crushed tortilla chips. Yummy in the tummy. The best part about this recipe is that you can alter it to suit your taste and preference. You can add ingredients or take away those that you don’t like, and it will still taste delicious!
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