Description
A warm and comforting soup filled with the flavors of jalapeno poppers, creamy cheese, and tender chicken, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 jalapenos, diced (adjust based on your spice preference)
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup corn (optional for added sweetness and texture)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Warm a large pot over medium heat and drizzle in olive oil.
- Toss in the diced onion and garlic, stirring until they soften.
- Add the cubed chicken breast and jalapenos, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer, then add cream cheese and stir until smooth.
- Introduce the shredded cheddar cheese and corn, mixing until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper, then let it simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnishing each bowl with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or different types of cheese for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg