Description
This Chicken Poblano and Black Bean Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that envelops your senses with its rich texture and vibrant flavors. The smoky poblano peppers add a delightful warmth, while the tender chicken and hearty black beans create a satisfying, wholesome experience in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- Poblano Peppers: 2 medium, roasted and diced
- Black Beans: 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Chicken Broth: 4 cups
- Cream: 1 cup heavy cream
- Spices: 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, salt and pepper to taste
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the roasted poblano peppers, shredded chicken, black beans, chicken broth, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat through for another 5 minutes. The soup should be creamy and slightly thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like corn or zucchini for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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