Chicken Poblano Soup
Chicken Poblano Soup is a comforting, creamy dish that combines smoky poblano peppers, tender chicken, and rich flavors in every spoonful. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this soup is sure to lift your spirits on chilly days. With its easy preparation and vibrant presentation, it’s destined to become a go-to favorite for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium poblano peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken breasts and chopped poblano peppers; cook until chicken is lightly browned (7-10 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth along with cumin and chili powder; bring to a simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in softened cream cheese until fully melted.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice into the pot just before serving; garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg