Creamy Black Bean & Chicken Protein Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
• 1 1/2 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; add onions and cook until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add shredded chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth to the pot.
4. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove pot from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on brands and exact ingredient weights.

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