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Green Chile Cheese Soup

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Green Chile Cheese Soup is a creamy, comforting, and flavorful soup combining mild heat from green chiles with rich cheese and hearty vegetables, perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped green onions, cilantro, tortilla strips

Instructions

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  1. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  2. Gradually whisk in broth. Add diced potatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Stir in green chiles, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in milk or cream and heat through without boiling.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions, cilantro, or tortilla strips if desired.

Notes

  1. Add jalapeños or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
  2. Use vegetable broth and dairy-free cheese for vegetarian or vegan versions.
  3. Add cooked shredded chicken or bacon bits for protein.
  4. Swap cheeses for pepper jack or favorites for varied flavor.
  5. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days; freeze up to 2 months.
  6. Reheat gently on stovetop, stirring occasionally.

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