Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup 

This hearty and flavorful Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup combines the smoky heat of poblano peppers with tender shredded chicken, black beans, and corn, all simmered in a rich, spiced broth. Topped with crispy tortilla strips, creamy avocado, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, it's a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings or when you're craving a satisfying, one pot meal.

Full Recipe: 

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced

• 2 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tablespoon spicy taco seasoning

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 3 cups red enchilada sauce

• 2 cups salsa verde

• 3 cups chicken broth

• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)

• 2 tablespoons salted butter

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• Tortilla chips or tortilla strips, for topping

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream, for garnish

• 1 avocado, sliced

• 1 lime, cut into wedges

• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 

Directions

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, chopped poblano peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

2. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the pot. Sprinkle with taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the red enchilada sauce, salsa verde, and chicken broth. Stir in hot sauce and butter.

3. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shreds with a fork.

4. Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.

5. Finish Soup: Stir in chopped cilantro and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is well combined.

6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with tortilla chips or strips, a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, sliced avocado, lime wedges, sliced green onions, and additional chopped cilantro.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 404 kcal

• Protein: Approximately 29g

• Fat: Approximately 15.4g

• Carbohydrates: Approximately 25.9g

• Fiber: Approximately 3.9g

• Sugar: Approximately 6g

• Sodium: Approximately 800mg

• Cholesterol: Approximately 70mg