Ingredients
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1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, meat shredded
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1 poblano pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
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optional: 3-4 fresh corn tortillas, cut into thin strips
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1-2 chipotle peppers in adobe sauce, finely choppedthese give recipe the "heat"
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6 cups chicken broth (1 quart plus 2 cups)
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1-28 ounce box/can of chopped tomatoes with juices
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1 lime, juiced
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2 bay leaves
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1 1/2 cups (about 1 can) black beans
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1 1/2 cups corn, canned, roasted or frozen
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sides
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shredded cheddar cheese
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sour cream
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jalapeños
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guacamole or sliced avocado
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tortilla chips
Directions
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poblano pepperPreheat oven to broil. |
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Place poblano pepper on a lightly greased baking sheet, and roast until the top side turns darks, about 3 mintues, flip over and do same for other side. Pepper should be soft. You can also roast over the open flame of stove top, turning every 3-4 minutes for skin to get dark. |
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Place pepper in a paper or plastic bag, and fold over to seal and keep heat in the bag for 10 minutes. |
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Remove pepper from bag and using a knife, remove skin. Then cut open pepper and remove seeds and any interior membranes. |
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Roughly chop and set aside until ready to use. |
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soupIn a large Dutch oven with lid (or heavy bottom saucepan), add the olive oil, garlic, cilantro, and onion (and optional tortillas) placing over medium heat. |
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Stir continuously until the onions are translucent, about 7-8 minutes. |
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Add the spices, chipotle chili, poblano pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes. |
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Add the chicken stock, tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaves and bring to a boil. Taste and add at least 1 teaspoon for salt. |
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10
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Lower heat to simmer and cook for another 10-15 minutes. |
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11
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Optional stepRemove from heat, and lift out bay leaves, discard. Option to use a hand blender, gently smooth into a thick sauce. You can leave lumps if you like which is what I always do. |
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FinishingPlace back on stove top, add the chicken, beans, corn and juice of lime. Taste and season with salt if necessary. |
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Cover and cook for 20 minutes. This soup tastes delicious even the next day. |
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14
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To serveServe with bowls of cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, guacamole, sour cream and jalapeños. |
