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Chile Relleno Soup

Creamy Chile Relleno Soup: Comfort in Every Spoonful

Discover the comforting flavors of Chile Relleno Soup, a delicious low-carb meal packed with smoky peppers and creamy cheeses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 whole Poblano Peppers Substitute with Anaheim or bell peppers for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used for sautéing.
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Can be chopped roughly.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 4 cups Chicken Bone Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Protein
  • 2 cups Chopped Boneless, Skinless Chicken Pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken can also be used.
For Creaminess
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Adds richness.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • sufficient Cheddar or Pepper Jack Cheese Slices For topping.

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Blender
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chile Relleno Soup
  1. Roast the poblano peppers over gas flame or broiler for 10–12 minutes until blistered. Cover to steam for 10 minutes, peel skin, chop, and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 4–5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cumin, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add roasted chopped peppers and chicken bone broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to gentle boil, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in chopped chicken and cook for 10 minutes until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Blend cream cheese, 1 cup of hot broth, and cheddar cheese until smooth. Stir mixture back into the saucepan.
  6. Divide soup into ovenproof bowls, top with cheese slices, and broil for 2–3 minutes until melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.

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