Name: Creamy Chicken Poblano Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter; ½ cup Chopped Yellow Onion; 1 Poblano Pepper, chopped (seeds & stem removed); 2 cups Shredded Chicken (rotisserie or cooked chicken breast/thighs); 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, drained; ½ cup Frozen Corn; 3 cups Chicken Broth; ½ cup Heavy Cream; ½ cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Mexican Blend, or Colby Jack); 1–2 tsp Fresh Lime Juice (from 1 lime wedge); Fresh Chopped Cilantro, for garnish; ½ tsp Garlic Powder; ½ tsp Onion Powder; ½ tsp Chili Powder; ½ tsp Dried Oregano; ½ tsp Kosher Salt; ½ tsp Freshly Cracked Black Pepper; ¼ tsp Cumin

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Introduction

Chicken Poblano Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender shredded chicken with smoky poblano peppers and a creamy broth. This hearty soup is perfect for a cozy meal any time of year.

A white bowl filled with a creamy orange soup that has visible chunks of light brown chicken pieces, black beans, yellow corn, red tomato bits, and green bell pepper pieces mixed throughout. On the right side of the bowl, there are three thin slices of light green avocado slightly overlapping each other. A small bunch of bright green cilantro leaves sits near the top center of the soup. A silver spoon rests inside the bowl on the right edge. In the background, there are three lime wedges and some tortilla chips on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
½ cup Chopped Yellow Onion
1 Poblano Pepper, chopped (seeds & stem removed)
½ tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Onion Powder
½ tsp Chili Powder
½ tsp Dried Oregano
½ tsp Kosher Salt
½ tsp Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
¼ tsp Cumin
2 cups Shredded Chicken (rotisserie or cooked chicken breast/thighs)
1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, drained
½ cup Frozen Corn
3 cups Chicken Broth
½ cup Heavy Cream
½ cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Mexican Blend, or Colby Jack)
1–2 tsp Fresh Lime Juice (from 1 lime wedge)
Fresh Chopped Cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, poblano pepper, and half of the garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, dried oregano, kosher salt, black pepper, and cumin. Cook for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables are soft and slightly browned.
Step 2: Stir in the shredded chicken, black beans, frozen corn, chicken broth, and the remaining half of the seasoning blend. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Step 3: Let the soup cook uncovered for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 4: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted, then bring the soup back to a simmer.
Step 5: Simmer the soup for an additional 15 minutes. Add fresh lime juice, adjust salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use canned or freshly cooked chicken depending on your preference to save time or add freshness.
For extra heat, add a dash of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeño along with the poblanos.
Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. The soup can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

A green Dutch oven filled with a thick, creamy orange soup layered with small chunks of white chicken, yellow corn kernels, black beans, green bell pepper pieces, and red tomato bits. The right side of the soup is topped with bright green cilantro leaves and thin slices of light green avocado, adding freshness. A wooden spoon is resting inside the pot, partially submerged in the soup, showing a smooth wood texture. The pot is placed on a white marbled surface with a soft white cloth and some light yellow tortilla chips visible in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh poblano peppers instead of canned or frozen?

This recipe uses fresh poblano peppers for their smoky flavor and texture, and they work best when chopped and sautéed as directed.

Is this soup spicy?

Chicken Poblano Soup has a mild to medium spice level due to the poblano peppers and chili powder. You can adjust the heat by adding more chili powder or including hotter peppers if desired.