Soup: Chicken Tortilla Soup II

A Southwestern delight with a bit of crunch.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast

Health benefits of Chicken Tortilla Soup II

Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when discussing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) management.

For individuals grappling with PCOS, the internal hormonal turbulence can be overwhelming, often leading to a spike in testosterone and androgen levels. This is where vitamin B6 comes into the spotlight. Acting as a balancer, vitamin B6 diligently works behind the scenes to keep these hormones in check, ensuring they don't surge beyond desirable levels. It is this equilibrium that becomes paramount for those earnestly looking to curtail the excessive flow of testosterone and androgen. In the broader spectrum of PCOS management, incorporating foods rich in vitamin B6, like chicken breast, can be a strategic move, providing both nutritional sustenance and hormonal balance.

Ingredients

2 tbsps chili powder
1 tbsp cumin
3 breasts, bone and skin removed chicken breast
1 can tomato soup
42 oz chicken broth
2 tbsps worcestershire sauce
4 limes yield lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro
1 tsp garlic
1 cup chopped onion
20 oz tomatoes and green chilies
1 cup kernels corn
1 jalapeno
8 fl oz red wine

Instructions

1. In a skillet cook trimmed, boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a little chicken broth along with onion until done.

2. Empty contents of skillet into soup pot and add rest of chicken broth, tomatoes and chilies, jalapeno (optional), corn, tomato soup, juice from limes, spices, wine, Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 20 minutes.

3. Add cilantro, heat through and ladle into bowls. Enjoy!

4. Note: you can add a tablespoon of fat free sour cream for extra deliciousness and also add tortilla chips on top for crunch.