Lunch: Mexican Black Bean Soup

This flavorful, lower-carb soup makes a great lunch the next day too. If you can't find canned fire roasted tomatoes, you can use canned diced tomatoes with green chiles.

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Chicken Breast

Health benefits of Mexican Black Bean Soup

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

Cooking spray
2 teaspoons canola oil
½ onion, diced
1 pound skinless, boneless, chicken breast, cut into ½-inch cubes
½ teaspoon Adobo seasoning (such as Goya); divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
40 ounces fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
14.5-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ cup frozen corn
15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained

Instructions

Spray a large soup pot with cooking spray. Add oil and onion and sauté over medium-high heat for 3 minutes or until clear.
Add chicken and season with ¼ teaspoon Adobo seasoning and pepper.  Cook chicken until slightly brown, about 6-7 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients (including the other ¼ teaspoon Adobo seasoning). Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: You can purchase gluten-free chicken broth and verify the spices and beans are gluten-free and this dish can be gluten-free.

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