Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Bowl
A warm, hearty soup made with roasted poblano peppers and chicken for a cozy meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 poblano peppers
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Roast the poblano peppers until charred, then peel and chop.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned.
- Stir in the roasted poblano peppers, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, corn, and beans.
- Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Shred the chicken and return to the pot. Stir in cilantro and lime juice.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips or toppings of choice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of hot sauce.
- This soup can be made in advance and freezes well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup, comfort food, soup recipe