Chunky chicken soup~ mediterranean style

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonOlive oil
1mediumOnions -- chopped
1mediumBell pepper -- chopped
2Cloves garlic -- minced
1canStewed tomatoes -- (14 1/2
Oz)
4cupsChicken broth
2cupsWater
½cupRice
1tablespoonBasil
6mediumsCarrots -- sliced
1poundsSkinless boneless chicken
Breast -- cut into 3/4
Cubes
1packGreen beans -- (10 oz)
¼teaspoonBlack pepper

Directions

In a large pan, heat oil over moderate heat. Add onion, green pepper, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until vegetables are soft. Stir in tomatoes, broth, water, rice, and basil and bring to a boil. Adjust heat so the mixture simmers gently, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Add carrots, and cook 5 minutes longer. Add chicken and green beans and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until chicken is just cooked through. Stir in the black pepper.

Recipe By : Reader's Digest Live Longer Cookbook