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Chile Relleno Soup


  • Author: Alioui
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This creamy, cheesy, low-carb soup is a comforting delight that combines roasted poblano peppers with chicken and cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium poblano peppers
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 4 cups chicken bone broth
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • lbs boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or breasts), cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices cheddar or pepper jack cheese (¾ oz each)

Instructions

  1. Roast the poblanos over an open flame or broiler.
  2. Sauté chopped onion in butter, add garlic, roasted poblanos, and cumin.
  3. Add chicken bone broth, season, and simmer before adding chicken.
  4. Blend cream cheese and cheddar with hot broth.
  5. Combine blended mixture with the soup and simmer.
  6. Broil cheese topping on the soup before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for up to two months.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sodium: 600-800 mg
  • Protein: 30 g