Description
A creamy, flavorful Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup made with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and poblano peppers, seasoned with a simple spice blend, and finished with cheese and lime. Perfect for a cozy meal or lunch.
Ingredients
Soup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 poblano pepper, chopped
- Seasoning blend or 1 tablespoon chicken taco/fajita seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, Colby jack, or Mexican blend)
- 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
- Cilantro, for garnish
Seasoning Blend
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Heat butter or oil and sauté onions, poblano, and half the seasoning until softened. Sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add chicken, beans, corn, broth, and remaining seasoning. Bring to a simmer for 15 minutes. Allow flavors to meld together.
- Stir in cream and cheese until melted. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add lime juice and adjust seasoning. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve with cilantro and desired toppings. Enjoy your delicious soup!
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Omit dairy for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust the level of spice to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
