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Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup

Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup: Easy Comfort in Every Bite

Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup is a delightful and comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 bowl
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pot
  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large poblano peppers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Tortilla strips for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Avocado sliced, for serving
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until charred. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool. Peel off the skins, deseed, and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until softened. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the pot and season them with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Sear the chicken on both sides for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes, chopped roasted poblanos, corn, and black beans. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  • Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  • Add the heavy cream and allow it to heat through for a few minutes.
  • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or spices to your liking.
  • While the soup is simmering, you can make the tortilla strips. Cut corn tortillas into strips and pan-fry or bake until crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalProtein: 25gFat: 15g
Keyword chicken soup, comfort food, easy recipe, hearty soup, Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup, tortilla soup
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