# Creamy Poblano Chicken Rellenos Soup

A comforting soup combining the smoky flavor of roasted poblano peppers with tender shredded chicken in a rich, velvety broth.

- Cuisine: Mexican
- Category: Soup
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 6 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 whole jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 whole poblano pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cup half-and-half
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken breast
- salt (optional)
- freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- shredded monterey jack cheese (optional)
- crumbled queso fresco (optional)
- 1 to taste fresh cilantro, chopped
- lime wedge (optional)
- crispy tortilla strip (optional)
- 1 to taste avocado, sliced

## Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir continuously until everything is evenly coated. Cook until the roux is lightly golden and no raw flour taste remains.
4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, adding a little at a time to create a smooth mixture without lumps.
5. Stir in the chopped roasted poblano peppers and bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
6. Reduce the heat to low. Add the half-and-half and softened cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese has completely melted and the soup is smooth and creamy.
7. Fold in the shredded chicken and simmer gently, allowing the flavors to blend and the chicken to heat through.
8. Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
9. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, queso fresco, cilantro, tortilla strips, avocado, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

## Equipment

- large soup pot
- whisk

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1T1veMbszd/
- Creator: Traditional Mexican Recipes
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/4860eb10-f0fc-4f36-b2ab-94b583c37373
- Extracted: 2026-07-26

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