Description
Creamy, cheesy Spicy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Soup packed with bold flavors, tender chicken, and a spicy kick. Perfect comfort food! 🌶️🍲
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup jalapeños, diced (fresh or pickled)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat a splash of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Cook the Chicken:
- Place chicken breasts into the pot.
- Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked.
3. Shred the Chicken:
- Remove chicken breasts and shred them using two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot.
4. Add Creamy Ingredients:
- Lower the heat and stir in cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and milk.
- Mix until cheeses are melted and the soup is creamy.
5. Season the Soup:
- Add diced jalapeños, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well and simmer for another 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
6. Serve:
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust Spiciness: For a milder soup, reduce jalapeños or remove seeds.
- Thicker Soup: Add a cornstarch slurry if you prefer a thicker consistency.
- Extra Toppings: Crumbled bacon, sliced avocado, or tortilla chips enhance the flavor.
- Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free alternatives for cream cheese, cheddar, and milk.
- Make Ahead: The soup tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 35minutes