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Close-up of Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup in a mug, topped with bacon, cheese, and chives.

Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup

A creamy and spicy soup with the flavors of jalapeño poppers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 jalapeños seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
For Garnish (Optional)
  • crumbled bacon
  • chopped fresh chives
  • extra shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and minced jalapeños to the pot. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Whisk in the heavy cream and softened cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
  5. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through. Do not boil.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot, garnished with crumbled bacon, chopped chives, and extra cheddar cheese, if desired.

Notes

For a milder soup, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeños. For a thicker soup, you can use a potato masher to slightly mash some of the solids.