Chicken Poblano Soup
Chicken Poblano Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken and smoky poblano peppers in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this vibrant dish warms both hearts and bellies. With its delightful flavors and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Gather your loved ones, serve up some bowls of this delicious soup, and enjoy cozy moments together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium poblano peppers
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chop onion and garlic finely; dice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and chopped poblanos; cook until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in diced chicken breasts and cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth gradually, scraping any bits from the bottom; bring to a gentle simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro before serving hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For deeper flavor, roast the poblanos before adding them to the soup. - Substitute chicken with turkey for a different protein option or add beans for extra nutrition. - This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.