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Creamy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup with Bacon

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A creamy, cheesy chicken soup with a spicy kick from jalapeños and topped with crispy bacon crumbles. Perfect for cozy nights or game day gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced (or shredded rotisserie chicken)
  • 6–8 slices of bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 4–6 jalapeños, seeded and diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: green onions, extra shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla strips, avocado slices

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain. Crumble and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté the diced onion and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add the diced jalapeños and cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the chicken broth over medium heat. Add the sautéed vegetables and diced chicken. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Lower the heat to medium-low and whisk in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until the cheese is completely melted and the soup is creamy.
  7. Adjust the salt and pepper as needed. For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy bacon crumbles, green onions, and any of your favorite toppings. Serve warm.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for heavy cream or use turkey bacon. Adjust spice level by reducing jalapeños or removing seeds. Freeze without dairy components for up to 3 months.

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