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Chile Relleno Soup

Creamy Chile Relleno Soup: Your New Comfort Food Delight

Enjoy the cozy warmth of Creamy Chile Relleno Soup, a customizable and comforting dish that melds smoky poblanos with creamy textures.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 3 large Poblano Peppers Roast for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Can substitute with coriander
  • 6 cups Chicken Bone Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
Protein
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs/Breasts Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
Creaminess
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or another melting cheese for variation
Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar/Pepper Jack Slices For broiling on top

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Blender
  • Broiler

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your broiler or light a gas flame. Roast the fresh poblano peppers under the heat source for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally until the skins are blistered and charred.
  2. Transfer the roasted peppers to a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes. Once cooled, peel the skins off, remove the stems and seeds, and chop them into small pieces.
  3. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add one diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and the chopped roasted poblanos. Cook for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in 6 cups of chicken bone broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Add diced chicken to the simmering broth and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine 8 ounces of cream cheese with 1 cup of hot broth. Blend until smooth, then stir back into the pot.
  8. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and top with slices of cheddar or pepper jack cheese. Broil for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the heat and ingredients to your preference. It's a splendid way to experience comfort in a bowl.

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