This Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. Creamy and packed with protein and veggies, it’s a comforting meal that’s easy to make.
Author:Sarah
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Soup
Method:Simmering
Cuisine:Mexican
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Seasoning Blend:
1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
1/2 tsp. Chili Powder
1/2 tsp. Dried Oregano
1/2 tsp. (each) Kosher Salt + freshly cracked Black Pepper
1/4 tsp. Cumin
Soup Ingredients:
1 tbsp. Unsalted Butter (or Olive Oil)
1/2 cup chopped Yellow Onion
1 Poblano Pepper (chopped, stems and seeds removed (see notes))
2 cups Shredded Chicken
1 can Black Beans (15 oz.; drained – not rinsed)
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 tsp. fresh Lime Juice
Finely chopped Cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the chopped onions and poblano pepper. Melt the butter in a large saucepan or a medium pot/Dutch oven. Add onions, poblanos, and half of the seasoning blend. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
Stir in the hearty ingredients. Add shredded chicken, black beans, frozen corn, chicken broth, and remaining seasoning. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and allow to cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
Make it creamy. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese. Once melted, allow the soup to simmer again.
Simmer for flavor. Let the soup simmer for at least another 15 minutes. Stir in fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
Serve. Divide the soup between warmed bowls, garnish with cilantro, and enjoy!
Notes
For added heat, keep some of the poblano seeds or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
This soup freezes well, but the dairy may separate upon reheating.