Description
Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that combines creamy richness with a kick of heat, perfect for cozy nights at home or vibrant gatherings. With fresh jalapeños, gooey cheese, and crispy bacon, this soup offers a delightful experience for your taste buds. Easy to prepare and endlessly satisfying, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 slices crispy bacon, chopped
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add chopped jalapeños and crispy bacon; cook for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted, then gradually add chicken broth while stirring.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices like smoked paprika; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in grated cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or chopped cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg