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C. Motter Cindy

30-Minute Chicken Poblano Soup

A comforting and quick chicken poblano soup that's perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines smoky poblanos, tender chicken, and creamy broth for a hearty meal that's ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large Chicken diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 medium Poblano Peppers seeded and diced
  • 1 large Yellow Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth high quality
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tbsp Flour
  • 1 bunch Cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Sauté the Aromatics
    Add the Chicken and Spices
      Create the Thickener
        Simmer with Broth
          Final Creamy Touch
            The Finishing Garnish

              Nutrition

              Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15g

              Notes

              This recipe is designed to be quick and easy, perfect for busy weeknights. For a gluten-free version, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or use a cornstarch slurry. If you prefer more heat, you can add jalapeño or extra chili powder.
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