05/23/2025
Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup
This comforting and flavorful soup is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing with friends and family. It's easy to transport and always gets rave reviews!
Yields: 6-8 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes (stovetop) or 3-7 hours (crockpot)
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups red enchilada sauce
2 cups salsa verde
3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
¼ cup hot sauce (optional, or to taste)
4 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Suggested Garnishes:
Tortilla chips
Greek yogurt or sour cream
Shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped green onions
Diced avocado
Fresh cilantro sprigs
Lime wedges
Instructions:
Stovetop Method:
Heat olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, poblano peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
Add chicken breasts, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes, browning lightly.
Pour in red enchilada sauce, salsa verde, and broth. Stir in hot sauce (if using) and butter.
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken from the pot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the soup.
Stir in cilantro and cheddar cheese. Heat through.
Crockpot Method:
Layer onion, poblano peppers, and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
Place chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Pour in enchilada sauce, salsa verde, broth, hot sauce (if using), and butter.
Cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the soup.
Stir in cilantro and cheddar cheese. Heat through for another 15-20 minutes on high.
Serving:
Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot with tortilla chips and your favorite garnishes.
Tips & Variations:
For a creamier soup, stir in a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream to each serving.
Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken at the end with the cilantro and cheese.
For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth. Add a can of black beans or corn for extra protein and flavor.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level.
Enjoy!