Italian Chicken Bell Pepper Soup

What you need:

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 orange and red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 large garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 tbsp. dried basil
• 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 1 can Italian-style diced tomatoes
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 1/2 cups shredded, cooked chicken
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add bell peppers, onion, garlic, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Saute for about 10 minutes.
2. Add carrots, canned tomatoes, and broth. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.
3. Turn heat up to high and bring to a boil. Add chicken and cook until heated through - about 2 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve topped with cheese.

Recipe from On and Off My Plate