Blackened Chicken Kale Soup-Cooking with Shonte

Enjoy this satisfying soup that heals the heart and soul. If you like it with a little spicy kick, I got your back. Spicy is optional. This dish can also be made meatless.If MBC is trying to give you the blues, eat this soup!!!

Here are the ingredients you will need. 

• 1 can 16oz Cannellini beans (or any white bean)
• 1 can 16oz  Garbanzo beans
• 1-2 chicken breast (can substituted/taken out for a meatless option)
• 1 bunch of Fresh kale
• 1 carrot, peeled and sliced
• 2 cloves of Garlic or 2 teaspoons of minced garlic
• 1 whole chopped yellow onion
• 1 can 150z of diced tomatoes (flavored such as roasted garlic are good options as well)
• 2 tablespoons powdered Chicken or vegetable bouillon (my fave brand is Knorr)
• 2 tablespoon’s olive oil
• 1 cup of water
• Salt ½ teaspoon
• Pepper 1 ½ teaspoon
• 1 teaspoon All Purpose Greek Seasoning (Cavenders brand if possible)
• 1 Tablespoon Blackened or cajun seasoning (use an herbal blend seasoning if you don't prefer mild spice)
• 1/4 teaspoon Ghost pepper spice powder (optional, warning:super spicy)

Tools:

• 1 medium soup pot
• Cast Iron skillet or any skillet
• Flipping spatula
• Cutting board
• Chef knife
• Large Spoon