🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: Extra bacon, jalapeño slices, shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Sauté aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. 🔥 - Build the base:
Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, shredded chicken, jalapeños, smoked paprika, and cumin. Bring to a gentle boil. - Simmer for flavor:
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors come together. - Make it creamy:
Add cubed cream cheese and stir until fully melted and incorporated. Add cheddar cheese and stir until smooth and cheesy. 🧀 - Add the bacon:
Mix in crumbled cooked bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer another 5–10 minutes for full flavor development. - Serve hot:
Ladle into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like jalapeños, bacon bits, sour cream, or chopped cilantro. 🌿
💡 Pro Tips:
- Mild it down: Use pickled jalapeños for a tangy but milder spice level.
- Prep ahead: Shred rotisserie chicken for quick weeknight cooking.
- Freezer-friendly: Let soup cool, portion into freezer bags, and freeze for up to 2 months.
🥣 Nutrition Info (Estimated)
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bowl | 430 | 22g | 10g | 35g | 2g | 4g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
