Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup: A Cozy, Delicious Twist
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Enjoy a comforting bowl of Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup that brings warmth and flavor to any meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add the diced jalapeño and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken breasts, broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, about 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheddar until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheddar cheese and jalapeños if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spiciness by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg