Black Bean Soup with Chorizo and Braised Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 pound chorizo sausage, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Directions

Place black beans in a large bowl and cover with 1 gallon of water. Add 3 tablespoons salt and stir until dissolved. Cover and set aside at room temperature overnight. (See note).