Description
Enjoy a cozy night in with this Easy Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup (Small Batch). This creamy soup is a delightful blend of tender shredded chicken, smoky poblano peppers, and hearty black beans. In just around 55 minutes, you can whip up a comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. With approximately 1 ½ quarts of soup, it serves as an inviting meal for sharing or for enjoying throughout the week. Customize with your favorite toppings or add extra veggies to suit your taste. This soup checks all the boxes: deliciousness, nutrition, and simplicity.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp. Unsalted Butter (or Olive Oil)
- 1/2 cup chopped Yellow Onion
- 1 Poblano Pepper (chopped, stems and seeds removed)
- 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 or Mexican Blend)
- 2 tsp. fresh Lime Juice
- finely chopped Cilantro (for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly cracked Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp. Cumin
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and poblano pepper; cook until tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken, drained black beans, corn, broth, and seasoning blend. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and cheese, letting them melt into the soup. Simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Stir in fresh lime juice and season to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg