Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup
Warm up with our Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup, a delightful fusion of creamy goodness and spicy jalapeños that makes for the perfect comfort food. This hearty soup captures the essence of traditional jalapeño poppers while delivering a rich, satisfying meal. Ideal for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, it’s quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit all spice preferences. With its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma, this soup is bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
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
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and diced jalapeños; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a boil then simmer for 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cream cheese until fully incorporated.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving hot with fresh cilantro on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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