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Chile Relleno Soup

Cozy Up with This Creamy Chile Relleno Soup Delight

This creamy Chile Relleno Soup combines the warm flavors of traditional stuffed chile rellenos into a comforting bowl.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 medium Poblano Peppers Roasted
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
For the Broth
  • 6 cups Chicken Bone Broth Or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Diced
For Creaminess
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 4 slices Cheddar or Pepper Jack Cheese For broiling on top

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Broiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Roast the poblano peppers by charring them over a flame or under a broiler for 8-10 minutes. Cover them in a bowl for 10 minutes to steam.
  2. Peel the charred skin off the peppers, chop them into small pieces, and set aside.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter with a splash of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, then add garlic and cumin.
  4. Add 6 cups of chicken bone broth, roasted poblanos, and chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and whisk in 8 ounces of cream cheese. Gradually add 1 cup of cream and shredded cheddar, stirring until melted.
  6. Season with salt to taste and serve, garnished with cilantro and lime juice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, roast poblanos thoroughly to infuse flavor. Adjust the recipe easily for vegetarian or low-carb options.

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