Jalapeno Popper Soup
This Jalapeno Popper Soup blends smoky bacon, spicy jalapeños, and rich cheese into a creamy comfort dish. Quick to make and loaded with bold flavor, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner to warm up any table.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil if needed
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 fresh jalapeños seeded and diced (plus extra for garnish)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeños until softened and fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar, stirring until creamy.
- Stir in heavy cream and return bacon to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with jalapeño slices, bacon, and green onions.
Notes
Leave jalapeño seeds for extra heat or swap for serrano peppers.
For a lighter option, use turkey bacon and half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Stir cheese slowly on low heat to prevent clumping.