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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup to Warm Your Soul

This Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup captures everything we love about comfort food with its creamy texture and customizable spice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use butter for a different flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Provides depth and sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
  • 2 large Jalapeños, diced Seeds removed, adjust for spice level.
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts, boneless skinless Pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can be used.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Serves as flavorful base.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For creaminess.
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese, softened Adds thick creaminess.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Provides rich cheese flavor.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adds warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Contributes smokiness.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup Crumbled Bacon Optional, for crunch.
  • to taste Fresh Cilantro For garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add Garlic and Jalapeños: Stir in minced garlic and diced jalapeños, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Incorporate Chicken and Broth: Add chicken breasts and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  4. Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken, cool slightly, and shred it before returning to the pot.
  5. Add Cream and Spices: Stir in heavy cream, cumin, and paprika. Season to taste and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Blend in Cream Cheese: Add softened cream cheese, stirring until fully dissolved into the soup.
  7. Melt the Cheddar: Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
  8. Finish with Toppings: If desired, fold in crumbled bacon and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust jalapeño for spice preference. Meal prep friendly can be made ahead and stored.

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