Description
This Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup is a creamy and flavorful twist on traditional chicken soup, packed with bold jalapeño and smoky flavors. Perfect for a cozy night in or entertaining guests with a bit of a kick!
Ingredients
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Soup Base:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions and extra bacon for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Soup Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic, jalapeños, spices, broth, and tomatoes. Simmer.
- Add Creamy Elements: Stir in cream cheese until melted, then add heavy cream, chicken, cheddar, and bacon. Simmer until heated through.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with green onions and bacon. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra spice, leave some jalapeño seeds or add cayenne pepper.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Rotisserie chicken works well for quicker preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
