Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Jalapeño Popper Soup, a creamy and spicy delight that combines fresh jalapeños, rich cream cheese, and crispy bacon. This quick and easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect dish for cozy evenings or gatherings with friends. Each spoonful is bursting with flavor, topped with melted cheddar cheese that adds an extra layer of richness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced jalapeños and cream cheese; stir until melted and combined into a smooth mixture.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to ensure everything is well-mixed. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- For a silky texture, use an immersion blender to blend until smooth (or carefully transfer to a blender). Return to heat.
- Stir in heavy cream, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg