Chicken and Black Bean Soup

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 Tbs minced garlic (3-4 cloves)
2 cans chicken broth
2 can black beans, drained & rinsed
2 cans (14.5) mexican stewed tomatoes
1 cup salsa
1 tsp. cumin
1/4 tps black pepper
1/2 tsp oregano and thyme
2 cups shredded cheese
1 Tbs lemon juice
cilantro

Cut chicken in fourths. Place all ingredients in crock-pot. Cover. Cook on low for 8-10 hours. Add lemon juice. Use cheese, and cilantro to garnish.

serves 10

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Michelle :) said…

I can't wait to try this one! Did you mince your garlic in the Magic Bullet! Slick as a whistle!

August 11, 2009 at 8:59 PM

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