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Poblano Chicken Cheese Soup

Creamy Poblano Chicken Cheese Soup for Ultimate Comfort

This Creamy Poblano Chicken Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food featuring roasted poblano peppers, tender chicken, and gooey cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Roasting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 3 medium Poblano Peppers roasted, smoky flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth gluten-free version
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack as substitute
For Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch optional for thickening
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Tortilla Strips for crunch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place whole poblano peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast them for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until their skins are charred and blistered.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the shredded chicken to the pot, along with the chopped roasted poblano peppers. Sprinkle in cumin and chili powder, stirring everything together for a minute.
  4. Pour in about 4 cups of gluten-free chicken broth and stir well. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot garnished with tortilla strips, fresh cilantro, and avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always roast your poblano peppers for enhanced flavor. Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation. Avoid boiling the soup after adding cheese and cream to maintain a smooth texture.

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