Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion (chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced (or 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic))
  • 30 oz black beans (drained & rinsed (2 15-oz cans))
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup prepared salsa
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 cups rotisserie chicken (shredded)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Juice of 1 lime ((about 2 Tablespoons))
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • Garnish: lime slices, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, tortilla chips

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet and add chopped onions. Saute for 4-5 minutes or until browned and soft. During the last minute, stir in the garlic.
  • In a blender, combine one can of black beans, chicken stock, salsa and cumin. Puree until smooth.
  • Pour into a large saucepan. Add remaining beans and chicken and bring to a simmer.
  • Once hot, add cilantro, lime juice and salt and pepper to taste. Stir.
  • Let simmer for several minutes to allow flavors to blend.
  • Serve with any of the following garnishes: lime slices, sour cream, shredded cheese, sliced avocado, minced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips.