Description
Indulge in the warmth and flavor of Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup, a delightful blend of creamy textures and zesty jalapeños. This comforting soup perfectly captures the beloved taste of jalapeño poppers while incorporating hearty chicken for a satisfying meal. Ideal for cozy evenings or weeknight dinners, this dish can be customized to suit your spice preference. With just 45 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can easily whip up this delicious soup that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 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 (or low-fat milk)
- 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 over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 5 minutes, then add garlic and jalapeños, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cream cheese until combined, then add shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Let simmer for 5 minutes before serving hot with garnishes like cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg