Creamy Chicken Queso Verde Soup
Indulge in this delightful Creamy Chicken Queso Verde Soup, a fusion of flavors that is both comforting and nutritious. Inspired by the principles of Somersizing, this warm soup combines rich textures and vibrant ingredients, ensuring a balance of healthy fats, proteins, and carbohydrates in every bowl. With diced green chiles adding a zesty kick and the creaminess of cream cheese creating a luscious base, this dish will quickly become a favorite. Top it off with fresh cilantro and green onions for a burst of freshness, making it perfect for cozy nights in or gatherings with friends. Perfect for the whole family, this soup is as enjoyable as it is nourishing.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Onion
1/2 large (chopped)
Butter
3 tablespoons (melted)
Green Chiles
2 (4 ounce) cans (diced)
Diced Tomatoes
2 (10 ounce) cans (not drained)
Cream Cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (softened)
Chicken Broth
1 (8 ounce) can (liquid)
Cream
1 1/2 cups (can substitute with 1 cup cream and 1/2 cup water)
Lemon Juice
4 teaspoons (freshly squeezed)
Garlic Powder
2 teaspoons (adjust to taste)
Cumin
2 teaspoons (adjust to taste)
Cayenne Pepper
2 teaspoons (adjust to taste)
Salt
to taste (season as desired)
Rotisserie-Cooked Chicken
1 - 2 cups (shredded)
Green Onion
1 bunch (chopped (white part))
Fresh Cilantro
1 bunch (chopped (to taste))
Instructions
1
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once melted, add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Stir in the diced green chiles and tomatoes (do not drain either can). Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid reduces by about half, approximately 10 minutes.
3
Add the cream cheese to the pot and stir until it is fully melted and incorporated into the mixture.
4
Pour in the chicken broth, cream, and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Season with garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. If you like a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your preferred texture.
5
Once the soup is well mixed, add the shredded rotisserie chicken and heat through on low until warmed, making sure not to boil the soup.
6
Serve hot, garnished generously with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro for an added crunch and flavor. For those who are not following the Somersizing plan, consider adding crispy tortilla strips or crushed nacho cheese chips for extra texture.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Chicken Queso Verde Soup?
It is a delightful, comforting, and nutritious soup that combines rich textures and vibrant ingredients like green chiles and cream cheese.
Is this recipe compatible with Somersizing?
Yes, this soup is inspired by the principles of Somersizing, ensuring a balance of healthy fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 15 distinct ingredients.
What type of chicken is best for this soup?
The recipe calls for 1 to 2 cups of shredded rotisserie-cooked chicken.
Should I drain the tomatoes and green chiles?
No, you should not drain the two 4-ounce cans of diced green chiles or the two 10-ounce cans of diced tomatoes.
How do I make the soup base creamy?
The creaminess is achieved by melting an 8-ounce package of softened cream cheese into the vegetable mixture and adding 1.5 cups of cream.
What is the substitute for 1.5 cups of cream?
You can substitute 1.5 cups of cream with a mixture of 1 cup of cream and 1/2 cup of water.
How long should I sauté the onion?
Sauté the chopped onion in melted butter for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Can I make the soup have a smoother texture?
Yes, if you prefer a smoother consistency, you can use an immersion blender to puree the soup after adding the liquids and spices.
What spices are used to season the soup?
The soup is seasoned with garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Is this soup spicy?
The soup has a zesty kick from green chiles and cayenne pepper, but seasonings can be adjusted to your personal taste.
How should I garnish the Creamy Chicken Queso Verde Soup?
It is best served garnished generously with chopped green onions (white parts) and fresh cilantro.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as gluten-free.
Can I add tortilla strips to the soup?
Yes, if you are not following the Somersizing plan, crispy tortilla strips or crushed nacho cheese chips make excellent additions.
How much lemon juice is required?
The recipe uses 4 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Is this a one-pot meal?
Yes, the instructions describe a process that uses one large pot to combine all ingredients.
What should I do if the liquid from the tomatoes and chiles is too much?
Continue to cook and stir frequently for approximately 10 minutes until the liquid reduces by about half before adding the cream cheese.
Should the soup be boiled after adding the chicken?
No, you should heat the soup through on low until warmed but be careful not to let it boil.
How much chicken broth is used?
One 8-ounce can of liquid chicken broth is used in this recipe.
What kind of butter should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of butter, melted.
How much cumin and garlic powder should I add?
The recipe suggests 2 teaspoons of cumin and 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, which can be adjusted to taste.
What size are the cans of green chiles?
The recipe uses 4-ounce cans of diced green chiles.
What size are the cans of diced tomatoes?
The recipe uses 10-ounce cans of diced tomatoes.
What part of the green onion is used for garnish?
The recipe specifies using the chopped white part of one bunch of green onions.
Is this soup suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is described as being perfect for the whole family and great for cozy nights or gatherings.
How much cayenne pepper is in the soup?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper, which can be adjusted according to your heat preference.
Does the recipe require fresh cilantro?
Yes, one bunch of fresh cilantro is recommended for garnish to provide a burst of freshness.
How much onion is needed?
You will need 1/2 of a large onion, chopped.
What is the preparation for the cream cheese?
The 8-ounce package of cream cheese should be softened before being added to the pot.
Is this soup considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as comfort food and described as being very nourishing.