Description
Comfort meets indulgence in this creamy crack chicken soup, a soul-warming dish that blends rich flavors and hearty ingredients. Spicy, cheesy, and irresistibly creamy, this soup promises to satisfy deep cravings and bring warmth to your dining table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
Seasonings:
- 2 tsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 slices bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot and set the stovetop to medium heat, ensuring a consistent cooking temperature for optimal flavor development.
- Dice the chicken breasts into uniform, bite-sized cubes to promote even cooking and quick heat penetration.
- Sauté the chicken pieces in the pot, stirring occasionally, until they transform from pink to a golden, fully cooked appearance, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Introduce cream cheese to the pot, breaking it down and stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety base that will enhance the soup’s richness.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking thoroughly to integrate all components and prevent any potential clumping.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt directly into the liquid, stirring to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the soup.
- Reduce heat to low and allow the soup to simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the consistency thicken naturally.
- While the soup simmers, crisp the bacon in a separate skillet until golden and brittle, then crumble into small fragments.
- Once the soup reaches a creamy, luxurious consistency, remove from heat and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and freshly chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately in warm bowls, allowing the toppings to slightly melt into the soup for an indulgent, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and make the dish more heart-friendly for those watching sodium intake.
- Select boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner protein option that keeps the soup light yet satisfying.
- Opt for reduced-fat cream cheese and half-and-half as healthier alternatives without compromising the creamy texture.
- Swap bacon with turkey bacon or omit entirely for a vegetarian-friendly version that maintains the soup’s rich flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 486
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 912 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg