Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup, where creamy richness meets a kick of heat! This delightful soup combines fresh jalapeños, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for chilly evenings or social gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also offers endless customization options with your favorite toppings. Gather your friends and family to enjoy this comforting and vibrant soup that will surely become a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced jalapeños; cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower heat and add softened cream cheese; stir until melted and smooth.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring continuously until well combined.
- Season with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in shredded cheddar until melted. For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Customize with additional toppings like crispy bacon bits or fresh cilantro. For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth and omit any meat.