Description
Creamy spicy jalapeño popper soup delivers a comforting blend of rich cheeses and fiery peppers. Hearty spoonfuls promise warmth and bold flavors that will delight you with each savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 8 oz (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) chicken broth
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 4 jalapenos, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté diced jalapenos, onions, and minced garlic in oil over medium heat until vegetables become translucent and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and incorporate cooked chicken, cream cheese, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and oregano, stirring continuously until cream cheese completely dissolves and blends smoothly.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring gently until the cheese melts and integrates fully into the soup, creating a rich and creamy consistency.
- Remove pot from heat and let the soup rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Garnish each serving with crispy crumbled bacon and freshly chopped cilantro for added texture and vibrant flavor.
- Serve immediately while the soup is piping hot, offering a perfect balance of spicy and creamy elements.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by removing jalapeno seeds for a milder soup or adding extra peppers for more heat.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken to save time and add extra flavor to the soup.
- Make it vegetarian by substituting chicken with plant-based chicken alternatives or additional roasted vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini.
- Reduce calories by using low-fat cream cheese and half-and-half instead of heavy cream, maintaining the creamy texture while cutting down on fat content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg