Caldos
Soups & Stews
Mexicali
8 oz boneless,
skinless chicken breasts
1 cup canned diced tomatoes,
undrained
1 cup canned Mexican-style corn,
drained
1 cup canned black beans,
rinsed and drained
2 tsp chopped fresh cilantro
4 tbsp shredded light
Mexican cheese blend
3 cup reduced-sodium,
fat-free chicken broth
Poach the chicken by placing
it in a 4-quart pot with
just enough water to cover.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Then simmer for 7 to 10 minutes,
or until no longer pink
inside when cut with a knife.
Transfer the chicken to a plate
and allow it to cool a bit.
Discard the poaching water
from the pot,
then add the broth
and the tomatoes.
Bring to a boil
over high heat.
Stir in the corn, black beans,
and cilantro,
and reduce the heat
to low.
Using a fork,
shred the chicken and
add it to the pot.
Stir the soup, cover,
and simmer for
about 15 minutes,
stirring occasionally.
Serve immediately,
garnishing each bowlful
with a tablespoon
of shredded cheese.