Description
Experience the comforting warmth of soup combined with the bold flavors of jalapeno poppers in this delightful recipe. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, this soup is a creamy, cheesy adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
- Shredded rotisserie chicken (or cooked chicken breasts/thighs)
- Fresh jalapenos (or Poblano peppers/banana peppers for milder flavor)
- Cream cheese
- Sharp cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack/Pepper Jack for extra spice)
- Chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Crispy bacon bits (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by chopping your jalapenos (remember to wear gloves if you have sensitive skin) and dicing any other vegetables you want to include, such as onions or bell peppers.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onions and jalapenos. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they soften.
- Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika into the pot. Stir well and cook for an additional minute to let the spices bloom.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Stir in your shredded chicken and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Cube the cream cheese and add it to the soup. Stir until it’s fully melted and blended in, creating a creamy texture.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it melts completely into the soup.
- Give the soup a taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. You might want to add salt, pepper, or more jalapenos if you’re feeling spicy!
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra jalapenos, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if you like.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Don't skip on garnishes! Fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, or crispy bacon bits can elevate the dish. For a vegetarian twist, use vegetable broth and omit the chicken, adding beans for protein.