Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, coarsely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 poblano pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into large chunks) or 1 lb pork loin (cut into large chunks)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large yams or 4 cups winter squash, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 14 cup cilantro, chopped

Method

  • Saute onion and garlic gently in olive oil until softened.
  • Add all peppers and cumin.
  • Saute 2 minutes more.
  • Add meat, chicken broth, yams (or winter squash), and tomatoes.
  • Stir and cover with lid and cook on medium-low heat about 20 to 30 minutes until yams (squash) and meat are cooked through.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve in soup bowls with plenty of broth and top with chopped cilantro.
  • Enjoy with toasted, buttered tortillas of your choice.