Description
Jalapeno Popper Soup is a comforting and spicy delight that brings the flavors of classic jalapeno poppers to your bowl. This creamy soup, featuring fresh jalapenos, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, is perfect for chilly evenings or entertaining guests. With its rich texture and vibrant taste, it promises to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup diced fresh jalapenos (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 cup cooked thick-cut bacon, crumbled
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the jalapenos and onion, mincing the garlic, and chopping the bacon.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the bacon but keep the drippings.
- Sauté onions and jalapenos in the drippings until softened (4-5 minutes), then add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Whisk in cream cheese until fully incorporated. Add shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon bits and fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg