1cup13-bean mixturedry, optional - 2 (15 ounce) cans lima beans or other legumes, drained
2 1/2cupschicken brothfat-free, low-sodium
1 1/2poundsboneless and skinless chicken breastscut into 2 inch cubes (3 pieces)
2garlic clovesminced
1sweet onionsmall, diced
2red potatoesmedium, cut into 2 inch cubes
3carrotspeeled, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
2ribs celerydiced
1cupokrafrozen
1cupcornfrozen
1bay leaf
14 1/2ouncesdiced tomatoescan
1/2teaspooncrushed red pepper flakesmore or less to taste
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
1teaspoonpaprika
kosher or sea saltto taste
Instructions
Sort beans and discard any with blemishes. Rinse beans and place in a large pot with 3 cups of water, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Cover beans, and soak in water overnight. Drain and rinse beans.
Add beans and remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low 8-9 hours.