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Chicken Poblano Soup: The Ultimate Creamy & Roasted Recipe

This Chicken Poblano Soup is irresistibly creamy and packed with smoky flavor from fire-roasted poblano peppers. An easy, comforting, and delicious meal perfect for any night of the week.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large poblano peppers about 1 lb
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth divided
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken about 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup corn frozen or fresh
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: crumbled cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, tortilla strips, lime wedges

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Immersion Blender or Regular Blender

Method
 

  1. Place poblano peppers directly over a gas flame or under a broiler, turning occasionally until skin is blackened and blistered all over. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Once cool enough to handle, peel the charred skin off the peppers. Remove the stems and seeds, then give them a rough chop.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Stir in cumin, oregano, and coriander and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add the chopped roasted poblanos and 2 cups of the chicken broth to the pot. Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until completely smooth. (Alternatively, blend in a standing blender and return to the pot).
  5. Stir the remaining 2 cups of chicken broth into the pureed base. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, shredded chicken, and corn. Heat through for 5-10 minutes, but do not boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately, garnished with desired toppings like cotija cheese, cilantro, and tortilla strips.

Notes

Roasting Tip: Ensuring the pepper skin is fully blistered makes it much easier to peel.
Make-Ahead: The soup base can be made a day ahead. Just before serving, reheat gently and stir in the chicken and corn.