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Chicken Poblano and Black Bean Soup


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  • Author: Janet Reynolds
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

A smoky, hearty Chicken Poblano and Black Bean Soup made with roasted poblano peppers, tender shredded chicken, and black beans. This easy one-pot soup is naturally gluten-free, full of flavor, and perfect for meal prep or cozy dinners. Great served with cornbread, avocado, or tortilla chips.


Ingredients

2 medium poblano peppers

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes

4 cups chicken broth

1 pound chicken breasts or thighs

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 tablespoon lime juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro, optional


Instructions

1. Turn on your broiler and place poblano peppers on a baking sheet. Broil for 5 minutes per side until the skin is blistered. Remove, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel, remove seeds, and dice.

2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute.

3. Stir in fire-roasted tomatoes and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any flavor bits.

4. Add the raw chicken and diced poblanos. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

5. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot along with black beans.

6. Simmer for 5 more minutes. Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

This soup is even better the next day, as the flavors deepen overnight.

Roast your poblanos fresh for the best flavor—don’t skip that step.

Add a dash of chipotle powder or diced jalapeños for a spicier version.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Soups & Stews
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg