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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup to Warm Your Soul

A cozy bowl of Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup, blending creamy goodness with a spicy kick, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) yellow onions preferred
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 large Jalapeños (diced) adjust for spice preference
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or chickpeas for vegetarian version
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian version
For the Creamy Texture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can replace half with low-fat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or other meltable cheese
For Crunch and Garnish
  • 4 slices Crumbled Bacon (optional) omit for vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and diced jalapeños, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Incorporate chicken breasts and chicken broth, bringing to a boil then reduce to simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked.
  4. Remove chicken, shred, and return to the pot.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, simmering for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in softened cream cheese until fully melted.
  7. Blend in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
  8. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Control the heat by adjusting jalapeño quantity and feel free to make ahead and store in the fridge or freezer.

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