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Easy Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup

Delicious Easy Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup Recipe

This Easy Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup is simple and hearty, perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or Olive Oil Provides fat for sautéing
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Yellow Onion Foundation of flavor
  • 1 Poblano Pepper Adds mild heat and smokiness
  • Seasoning Blend Garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, cumin
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Main source of protein
  • 1 can Black Beans Provides heartiness
  • 0.5 cup Frozen Corn Introduces sweetness and texture
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Soup's base liquid
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Adds creaminess
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Cheese Enhances creamy finish
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Lime Juice Brightens flavors
  • Cilantro Used as a garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup
  1. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter or heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ½ cup of chopped yellow onion and 1 diced poblano pepper. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 cups of shredded chicken, 1 can of drained black beans, and ½ cup of frozen corn. Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth and sprinkle the seasoning blend over the mixture. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to low and stir in ½ cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of shredded cheese. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 2 teaspoons of fresh lime juice. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a thicker broth, mix in a tablespoon of flour during the sautéing step. Roasting the poblano enhances smokiness.

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