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                 Chunky Chicken Soup, Mediterranean Style

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:15
Categories    : Chicken

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      tbsp          olive oil
   1      med           onions -- chopped
   1      med           bell pepper -- chopped
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
   1      can           stewed tomatoes -- (14 1/2 oz)
   4      c             chicken broth
   2      c             water
     1/2  c             rice
   1      tbsp          basil
   6      med           carrots -- sliced
   1      lb            skinless boneless chicken breast -- cut into 3/4 cubes
   1      pkg           green beans -- (10 oz)
     1/4  tsp           black pepper

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.



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