Description
A creamy and hearty chicken soup with roasted poblano peppers, black beans, corn, and shredded chicken simmered in a seasoned broth. Finished with lime and cilantro for a zesty, comforting flavor.
Ingredients
1 tbsp unsalted butter
½ cup chopped yellow onion
1 poblano pepper, chopped (stem and seeds removed)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp cracked black pepper
¼ tsp cumin
2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked breast/thighs)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained (not rinsed)
½ cup frozen corn
3 cups chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby Jack, or Mexican blend)
1–2 tsp fresh lime juice
Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Melt butter in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté chopped onions and poblano pepper with half the seasoning blend until tender and slightly browned.
Add shredded chicken, black beans, corn, chicken broth, and remaining spices. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
Let simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese. Simmer for another 10–15 minutes until flavors meld.
Finish with lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, roast the poblano under the broiler or over an open flame before chopping.
Use bone broth for deeper flavor if available.
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or chipotle in adobo.
Can be made dairy-free by substituting coconut cream and omitting cheese.
Not ideal for freezing due to the dairy content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern / Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 233
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 558mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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