Spicy Jalapeno Popper Chicken Soup: Creamy, Warm & Zesty
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Garlic
- Jalapeños
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Ground cumin
- Paprika
- Cream cheese
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Crumbled beef bacon (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Preparation Instructions:
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides (4–6 minutes each). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion until soft. Add garlic and jalapeños; cook until fragrant (2–3 minutes).
- Stir in ground cumin and paprika; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Lower heat, whisk in cream cheese until smooth, then gradually stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot; heat through for 3–5 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with crumbled beef bacon and cilantro.
- Helpful Notes:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg