Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup Recipe
A creamy and spicy jalapeño popper chicken soup combining tender shredded chicken, melted cheeses, and a kick of jalapeño heat for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Sauté Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large jalapeños, seeds removed and diced (Adjust number based on spice preference.)
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (Can substitute half with low-fat milk for a lighter version.)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese and Garnish
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon (Optional for added flavor.)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Jalapeños and Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and diced jalapeños, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to release their flavors.
- Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the pot, pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back to the pot.
- Add Seasonings and Cream: Stir in the heavy cream, ground cumin, paprika, and season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Create Creamy Base: Add the softened cream cheese to the soup, stirring continuously until it is fully incorporated and the soup becomes creamy.
- Incorporate Cheddar and Bacon: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. If using bacon, add the crumbled bacon now for added flavor.
- Simmer to Meld Flavors: Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to allow all the flavors to blend beautifully.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the number of jalapeños to control the spice level.
- Substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk for a lighter version.
- Omit bacon for a vegetarian-friendly option, or replace with a vegetarian bacon alternative.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to reduce salt content if desired.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup, spicy chicken soup, creamy chicken soup, jalapeño chicken recipe
