Chicken Soup with Beans and Corn

Do you have a cold or the flu? Then this delicious, hearty chicken soup with beans and corn is just the thing you need. It's a comforting, savory meal that will make you feel better in no time. Not only is it comforting and delicious, it's also packed with plenty of nutrients to help you get back on your feet. Read on to learn how to make it for yourself!

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
6 cups chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are soft. Add the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the chicken is mostly cooked through.

2. Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Add the black beans, corn, and thyme and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

4. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed. Serve hot.

Nutrition

This hearty soup is a great source of both protein and carbohydrates, as well as several key vitamins and minerals. It's a great choice for a healthy meal that will fill you up and keep you going. One serving contains approximately:

290 calories
31 g protein
22 g carbohydrates
7 g fat
4 g fiber
Vitamin A: 10% DV
Vitamin C: 15% DV
Calcium: 6% DV
Iron: 15% DV

This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of key vitamins and minerals, as well as filling protein and fiber. It's also a low-fat, low-calorie meal that's perfect for anyone trying to watch their weight. And, of course, it's delicious!

So the next time you're feeling under the weather, give this comforting chicken soup with beans and corn a try. It's sure to make you feel better, and it tastes great, too!