Description
Warm your soul with this creamy and spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup. Each spoonful is a delightful blend of rich flavors, featuring crispy bacon, fresh jalapeños, and melted cheese that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings with friends, this soup offers comfort and excitement in every bowl. Dive into this velvety concoction that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and chop all fresh ingredients; set aside.
- 2. Cook Bacon: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain excess fat but leave about one tablespoon in the pot.
- 3. Sauté Vegetables: Add onions and jalapeños to the pot with remaining bacon fat; sauté for about five minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 4. Combine Broth & Cream Cheese: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
- 5. Season & Simmer: Season with salt and pepper; let simmer uncovered for about fifteen minutes.
- 6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top with crispy bacon bits, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Adjust spice levels by removing seeds from jalapeños or using fewer peppers. - For a vegetarian option, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit bacon. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.