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Chile Releno Soup

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course dinner, Soup
Cuisine Mexican, Southwestern
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 5 each poblano peppers or Pasilla peppers
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium sweet onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast chopped or shredded
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Roast the poblano peppers until the skin is blackened and blistered. Place in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10 minutes to steam. Peel the skin, remove the seeds and stems, and chop.
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Add the chopped roasted poblano peppers and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Stir in the cooked chicken breast, cream cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
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