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Chicken Poblano and Black Bean Soup

Chicken Poblano and Black Bean Soup

A fast, hearty soup combining shredded chicken, tender poblano peppers, and black beans in a spiced, earthy broth finished with fresh lime juice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large poblano peppers seeded and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cans black beans 15 oz each, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 fresh lime juiced

Equipment

  • Large Dutch Oven or Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Two Forks

Method
 

  1. Sauté the vegetables. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and poblano peppers, cooking for 8-10 minutes until soft.
  2. Toast the spices. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Simmer the soup. Pour in the chicken broth, tomatoes with juices, and black beans. Submerge the raw chicken breasts into the liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Shred the chicken. Remove the cooked chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded meat to the pot.
  5. Finish and serve. Stir in the fresh lime juice and simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Do not rush sautéing the poblano peppers; they need time to soften so they aren't crunchy in the final soup.
  • To naturally thicken the broth, puree 1 cup of the beans and liquid in a blender before adding the chicken back in.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Garnish heavily with sour cream, avocado, and cilantro for the best experience.