Description
Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup is a delightful twist on a classic comfort dish, blending creamy chicken soup with the bold heat of jalapeños and the rich flavors of cheese, reminiscent of your favorite jalapeño poppers. This hearty soup is perfect for cozy family dinners or lively gatherings, providing warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. With its customizable heat level and easy preparation, you can whip up this flavorful dish in no time, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large jalapeños, seeds removed and diced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté diced onion until softened.
- Add minced garlic and jalapeños; cook briefly.
- Incorporate chicken breasts and chicken broth. Boil, then simmer until chicken is cooked.
- Shred chicken and return to pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, spices, and cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in shredded cheddar until melted. Optionally add bacon.
- Simmer briefly before serving with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg