This creamy, cheesy Jalapeño Popper Soup brings the bold flavors of your favorite appetizer into a cozy, comforting bowl with smoky bacon, jalapeños, and a rich, velvety base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
-
6 slices bacon, diced
-
1 small onion, finely chopped
-
4 jalapeños, seeded and diced
-
3 cloves garlic, minced
-
3 cups chicken broth
-
8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
-
1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar
-
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
-
Salt and pepper, to taste
-
Optional: green onions, extra jalapeños, or tortilla chips for topping
Instructions
-
In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove half and set aside for topping.
-
In the bacon drippings, sauté onion and jalapeños until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
-
Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.
-
Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese until fully melted.
-
Add shredded cheddar, stirring until smooth.
-
Pour in cream and warm through. Do not boil.
-
Season to taste. Serve with reserved bacon and desired toppings.