Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Spicy Jalapeño Popper Soup paired with crispy Grilled Cheese Dippers. This creamy, cheesy soup bursts with bold jalapeño flavor, making it a delightful dish perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet nights in. The combination of rich cheeses and zesty jalapeños creates an irresistible taste sensation that will warm your soul. Served alongside golden grilled cheese strips, this satisfying meal is easily customizable to suit your heat preference. Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch, dinner, or appetizer, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4–5 jalapeños, chopped (seeds removed for milder heat)
- 1/2 cup cooked, diced chicken (or preferred protein)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Grilled Cheese Dippers: 4 slices of bread and 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk (or cream), stirring well and bringing to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gradually add shredded cheeses while stirring constantly until melted and creamy.
- Mix in chopped jalapeños and cooked chicken; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For dippers: butter one side of each bread slice, assemble with cheese between two slices, cook in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve soup hot with grilled cheese dippers on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl of soup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 75mg