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Black Bean and Chipotle Chicken Soup
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, and minced chipotle peppers. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy your Black Bean and Chipotle Chicken Soup!
Black Bean and Chipotle Chicken Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish with roots in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. This soup is a fusion of smoky chipotle peppers, tender chicken, and earthy black beans, creating a rich and satisfying flavor profile. The dish has gained popularity in the United States, particularly in regions with a strong Mexican culinary influence, such as Texas and California. Renowned chefs like Rick Bayless and Diana Kennedy have popularized this dish, incorporating their own unique twists and techniques. The key to a delicious Black Bean and Chipotle Chicken Soup lies in the balance of spices, the quality of the chicken, and the slow simmering of the black beans to achieve a creamy texture. One famous alternative method for making this dish is to use a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld together over several hours, resulting in a deeply flavorful and comforting soup. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Mexican restaurants and eateries that specialize in Southwestern cuisine. The smoky heat of the chipotle peppers, the tender chunks of chicken, and the creamy black beans make this soup a beloved and satisfying meal for any occasion.
45 min
6
320 calories
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