Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup 🌶️
A hearty, creamy, and flavorful soup inspired by classic jalapeño poppers. This easy-to-make recipe features shredded chicken, crispy bacon, two kinds of cheese, and a perfect kick of jalapeño, making it a comforting and low-carb meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 5 cups chicken stock
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken a store-bought rotisserie chicken works perfectly!
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus a little extra for garnish
- 6 slices uncured bacon raw and chopped into small pieces
- 3 jalapeño peppers finely chopped (remove seeds and membranes for less heat)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon chili seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Crisp the Bacon: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it's wonderfully crisp. Remove the crispy bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Sauté Aromatics: Drain most of the bacon grease from the pot, leaving about a tablespoon. Add the diced onion and chopped jalapeño peppers, then sauté them for a few minutes until they soften and become fragrant.
- Toast Seasoning: Stir in the chili seasoning and let it toast for about 10 seconds while stirring constantly – this really enhances the flavor!
- Simmer the Soup Base: Pour in the chicken stock, add the shredded chicken, the remaining salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let it cook, uncovered, for about 15 minutes to allow all the delicious flavors to meld together.
- Melt the Cheeses: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and the softened cream cheese until they are completely melted and the soup is beautifully creamy and smooth.
- Serve & Garnish: Ladle the warm soup into bowls. For a healthy and flavorful touch, garnish generously with a sprinkle of extra cheddar cheese, the reserved crispy bacon, and a few fresh chopped jalapeño peppers if you enjoy an extra kick!
Notes
This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup is an excellent choice for a healthy, low-carb, and keto-friendly dinner. Adjust the amount of jalapeño for your preferred spice level!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 343 kcal
Total Carbohydrates: 4 g
Net Carbs: 4 g
Fats: 28 g
Protein: 16 g
Calories: 343 kcal
Total Carbohydrates: 4 g
Net Carbs: 4 g
Fats: 28 g
Protein: 16 g
