Jalapeño popper chicken soup is a delicious and comforting recipe that brings the best flavors of jalapeño poppers into a warm and hearty soup. This dish combines the creaminess of cream cheese, the spiciness of jalapeños, and the tender chunks of chicken to create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any time of the year.

Ingredients:

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– 1 small onion, diced

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed

– 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

– 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened and cubed

– 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

– 1 cup heavy cream

– 4 jalapeños, seeded and diced (more or less depending on desired spice level)

– Salt and pepper, to taste

– Optional toppings: crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, additional shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent. Next, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

2. Add the cubed chicken breasts to the pot and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides. This should take about 5 minutes.

3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the chicken to fully cook through.

4. After that time has passed, using an immersion blender or regular blender (in batches if needed), carefully blend around half of the soup mixture until it is smooth – make sure not to blend all of it as you want some texture remaining.

5. Return the blended soup to the pot, if you used a regular blender, and add in the softened cream cheese. Continuously stir until the cream cheese has completely melted into the soup.

6. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream until the cheeses are fully incorporated into the soup.

7. Add the diced jalapeños and let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. Serve your jalapeño popper chicken soup hot with optional toppings like crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, or additional shredded cheese.

This jalapeño popper chicken soup is not only delicious but comforting on a chilly day or when you’re in need of a satisfying meal. The combination of spicy jalapeños, creamy cheeses, and tender chicken make this dish one that you will undoubtedly make again and again.