Black Bean and Chicken Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• as needed sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• as needed tortilla chips (optional, for serving)