Quick Green Chile Soup
Warm up your day with this flavorful and comforting Quick Green Chile Soup, a fast and easy recipe packed with Southwestern flair. This creamy, soul-soothing soup combines the smoky heat of diced green chiles with tender russet potatoes, aromatic garlic, and a touch of creamy half-and-half for a perfectly balanced dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a weeknight hero that doesn’t skimp on flavor. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of zesty lime take this hearty bowl to the next level, while an optional chunky texture gives it a rustic charm. Whether you're serving it as a light lunch or an impressive starter, this green chile soup is sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation. Perfect for fans of quick soup recipes, Southwest-inspired cuisine, or simply a cozy dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 4-ounce cans green chiles, diced and canned
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the diced green chiles, chicken or vegetable broth, and the diced potato.
Season with ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potato is tender.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth, or leave it slightly chunky if preferred.
Stir in the half-and-half or heavy cream and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 6083 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.4 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 437 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2167 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
