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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup

Creamy Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup for Cozy Nights

This Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup offers a creamy blend of jalapeños, chicken, and spices, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; yellow or white onions work best
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is preferred
  • 2-3 medium Jalapeños Diced; adjust for spice tolerance
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Shredded rotisserie chicken is a quick alternative
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for homemade or low-sodium
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute half with low-fat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can give a different flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened; Neufchâtel cheese is a lower-fat alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Other melty cheeses like Monterey Jack can be swapped
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Crumbled Bacon Can be omitted for vegetarian option
  • to taste Fresh Cilantro For garnish; parsley can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and diced jalapeños; cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, add ground cumin, and paprika; season with salt and pepper, stirring well.
  6. Incorporate softened cream cheese, stirring until blended, then add shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
  7. Let simmer for an additional 5 minutes, adding bacon if using, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Flavors deepen after a day, making it tastier. For freezing, avoid freezing cream and cheese together.

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