Description
Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers is the perfect blend of comfort and spice, ideal for cozy nights or gatherings. This creamy, bold soup is loaded with flavorful jalapeños, rich cheeses, and tender chicken, making it a delightful choice for any meal. Paired with crispy grilled cheese dippers, this dish brings a satisfying crunch that complements the smooth texture of the soup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk or heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4–5 jalapeños, chopped
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of bread (your choice of white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in chicken broth and milk; bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Gradually add cream cheese and shredded cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Mix in chopped jalapeños and cooked chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- For grilled cheese dippers, butter bread slices, fill with cheese, grill until golden brown, then cut into strips.
- Serve the soup hot with grilled cheese dippers alongside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg