Southwest Black Bean Chicken Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 4 cups chicken broth
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, fresh cilantro, shredded cheese