Creamy Poblano Chicken
Creamy Poblano Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish made with tender chicken pieces simmered in a silky sauce of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese. Poblano peppers and sweet onions add a smoky depth, while garlic gives the sauce a bold kick. Perfect over cornbread waffles, rice, buttered noodles, or just anything you would like to pair it with.
$14–$18 depending on chicken and cheese quality
Equipment
- Dutch Oven or Large Skillet For sautéing and simmering all ingredients.
- Cutting Board & Knife: For chopping the chicken, onion, peppers, and garlic.
- Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula: To stir the creamy sauce and prevent sticking.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons For precise ingredient measurements.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsps butter or margarine
- 1 pc sweet onion large, chopped
- 2 pcs poblano chile peppers seeded and diced
- 3 pcs garlic cloves minced
- 8 pcs chicken breasts halves boneless and skinless, cut into bite size pieces
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 can cream of mushroom or chicken soup undiluted
- 8 oz sour cream
- 8 oz cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Melt butter in a Dutch oven.3 tbsps butter or margarine
- Add onion, chile pepper, and garlic.1 pc sweet onion, 2 pcs poblano chile peppers, 3 pcs garlic cloves
- Sauté for about 5 minutes on medium high heat.
- Add chicken, salt and pepper; and cook while stirring for about 8 – 10 minutes or until done.8 pcs chicken breasts halves, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper
- Stir in soup and sour cream until smooth.1 can cream of mushroom or chicken soup, 8 oz sour cream
- Add cheese and cook for 7 – 8 minutes or until cheese is completely melted.8 oz cheddar cheese
- Serve over cornbread waffles or butter noodles with chopped cilantro.
Notes
Customizations:
- Spice It Up: Add a diced jalapeño with the poblano for more heat.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with canned black beans and corn.
- Cheese Options: Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or pepper jack for extra creaminess.
Storage Tips:
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, stirring occasionally.
Serving Tips:
- Best served over cornbread waffles, buttered noodles, or steamed rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions for color and flavor.
Cooking Tips:
- Don’t overcook the chicken-cook until just done to keep it tender.
- Let the cheese melt gradually to avoid separation in the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 647mgPotassium: 81mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 615IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 307mgIron: 0.1mg
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