Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from January, 2020

Life was unraveling...

It’s amazing how changing one little thing can change everything.  A better mom, wife, teacher, nurse and many other capes I wear.  I was tired, exhausted and had nothing to give at the end of the day.  Life was unraveling. Not anymore!  How are things for you?

Skinny Chicken Fajita Soup Recipe

May have to try this!  Looks good! Skinny Chicken Fajita Soup Recipe INGREDIENTS -1 pound chicken breasts -1 teaspoon olive oil -2 bell peppers, seeded and chopped -1 red onion, peeled and chopped -4 cloves garlic, minced -15 ounces black beans (drained) -15 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes -8 cups chicken broth -1 fajita seasoning packet -1/2 cup brown rice, optional -Possible Garnishes: reduced fat cheese, scallions, avocado DIRECTIONS: 1. Place a large sauce 6-8 quart pot over medium heat. Add the oil, chopped bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Saute for 3-5 minutes to soften. 2. Add whole chicken breasts, black beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, 1 fajita seasoning packet, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. If adding rice, stir it in with an additional 2 cups of water. Bring the soup to a boil. Lower the heat, and simmer for 20 minutes. 3. Use tongs to remove the cooked chicken breasts. Allow the soup to continue simmering to fully cook the rice, another 10-15 minute...